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NU02 SWV

2002 Honda SZX50S-1

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

19,723 mi
Last recorded19,723 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda SZX50S-111,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU02 SWV
MakeHonda
ModelSZX50S-1
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 19,723 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 19,645 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 18,834 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 16,544 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both folks slight misting (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 13,773 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Inner Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Apr 2021 10,611 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Apr 2021 10,611 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 9,027 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 5,721 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 5,720 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 5,719 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 5,543 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2007 4,092 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 3,058 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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NU02 SWV is a 2002 Honda SZX50S-1 in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NU02 SWV, 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 NU02 SWV registered?

NU02 SWV is a 2002 Honda SZX50S-1, first registered on 3 May 2002.

Is NU02 SWV safe to buy?

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