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H478 SVF

1991 Honda SH-50-K

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,622 mi
Last recorded26,622 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH478 SVF
MakeHonda
ModelSH-50-K
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2008 26,622 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 26,613 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 26,550 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

centre stand does not return to rest position .

front tyre has superfisual cracks in tread area .

Pass 22 Jun 2006 26,476 miles

Front Tyre Wearing Unevenly

LH Rear Shock Shows Signs Of Oil Leakage

Number Plate Starting To DeLaminate

How Reliable is the Honda SH-50-K?

Based on 519 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 10
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 7
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Tyre tread not clearly visible 4
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H478 SVF is a 1991 Honda SH-50-K in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Honda SH-50-K fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H478 SVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SH-50-K typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 35 years old, this Honda SH-50-K is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H478 SVF registered?

H478 SVF is a 1991 Honda SH-50-K, first registered on 2 January 1991.

Is H478 SVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for H478 SVF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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