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P141 NLL

1996 Honda SH50

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2024
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

58,631 mi
Last recorded58,631 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2023
Typical for 1996 Honda SH5013,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP141 NLL
MakeHonda
ModelSH50
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2023 58,631 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Sep 2023 58,631 miles

Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 57,609 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 57,606 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

fairing panel loose

Fail 7 Nov 2016 57,687 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

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

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 55,707 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 55,707 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

How Reliable is the Honda SH50?

Based on 1,523 MOT tests across 371 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
482
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 22
Tyre tread not clearly visible 19
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 18
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P141 NLL is a 1996 Honda SH50 in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1996 Honda SH50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 13,308 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 SH50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P141 NLL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SH50 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Honda SH50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P141 NLL registered?

P141 NLL is a 1996 Honda SH50, first registered on 23 December 1996.

Is P141 NLL safe to buy?

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