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HJ02 OTG

2002 Honda SZX50S-1

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

17,101 mi
Last recorded17,101 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2015
Typical for 2002 Honda SZX50S-111,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ02 OTG
MakeHonda
ModelSZX50S-1
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2015 17,101 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 16,554 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 16,523 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 16,523 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 15,468 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 15,439 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 31 Mar 2009 5,740 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 5,740 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Sep 2007 701 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 701 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 3 May 2006 475 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SZX50S-1?

Based on 1,756 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
900
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 97
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 92
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 45
Tyre tread not clearly visible 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
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HJ02 OTG is a 2002 Honda SZX50S-1 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2002 Honda SZX50S-1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 11,200 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda SZX50S-1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ02 OTG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SZX50S-1 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Honda SZX50S-1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HJ02 OTG registered?

HJ02 OTG is a 2002 Honda SZX50S-1, first registered on 30 June 2002.

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