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KY03 VTE

2003 Honda SZX50X-1

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

17,602 mi
Last recorded17,602 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2011
Typical for 2003 Honda SZX50X-110,346 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY03 VTE
MakeHonda
ModelSZX50X-1
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Feb 2011 17,602 miles

Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 17,602 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 27 Jul 2009 17,602 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2008
Fail 6 Jun 2008 7,602 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 11,164 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Mar 2006 4,854 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SZX50X-1?

Based on 1,542 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
1,041
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 81
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 72
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 37
Tyre tread not clearly visible 25
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 24
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KY03 VTE is a 2003 Honda SZX50X-1 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Honda SZX50X-1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 10,346 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 SZX50X-1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KY03 VTE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SZX50X-1 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Honda SZX50X-1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KY03 VTE registered?

KY03 VTE is a 2003 Honda SZX50X-1, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is KY03 VTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY03 VTE shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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