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N541 FUY

1996 Honda SFX50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2013
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,767 mi
Last recorded17,767 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN541 FUY
MakeHonda
ModelSFX50
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2012 17,767 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 17,767 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 May 2011 16,505 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 16,232 miles

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

Fail 11 Dec 2009 16,232 miles

Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

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

Fail 8 Oct 2009 16,217 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Offside Rear Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

How Reliable is the Honda SFX50?

Based on 1,108 MOT tests across 287 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
834
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
287
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
Tyre tread not clearly visible 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 15
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N541 FUY is a 1996 Honda SFX50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Honda SFX50 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N541 FUY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SFX50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 30 years old, this Honda SFX50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N541 FUY registered?

N541 FUY is a 1996 Honda SFX50, first registered on 31 May 1996.

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