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P247 OLY

1997 Honda SH-50-K

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,242 mi
Last recorded6,242 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2008
Typical for 1997 Honda SH-50-K8,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP247 OLY
MakeHonda
ModelSH-50-K
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2008 6,242 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 6,242 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 2,998 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 31 Dec 2005 2,765 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda SH-50-K?

Based on 519 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 10
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 7
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Tyre tread not clearly visible 4
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P247 OLY is a 1997 Honda SH-50-K in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Honda SH-50-K models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 8,148 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 SH-50-K fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P247 OLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SH-50-K typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda SH-50-K is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P247 OLY registered?

P247 OLY is a 1997 Honda SH-50-K, first registered on 22 May 1997.

Is P247 OLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P247 OLY shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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