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P847 FNT

1997 Honda SJ50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

14,339 mi
Last recorded14,339 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda SJ5010,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP847 FNT
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2014 14,339 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

seat catch broken

Fail 14 Mar 2014 14,339 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 15 Aug 2012 14,200 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 15 Aug 2012 14,200 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 1 Aug 2011 14,005 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 13,715 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

o/s sidewall of rear tyre starting to crack/perish

Pass 23 Sep 2008 13,207 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 12,595 miles

slight perishing to side walls of front tyre evident

Pass 12 Jun 2006 11,862 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SJ50?

Based on 2,227 MOT tests across 377 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
456
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
377
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47
Tyre tread not clearly visible 40
Headlamp aim too high 34
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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P847 FNT is a 1997 Honda SJ50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Honda SJ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 10,514 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 SJ50 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P847 FNT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SJ50 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Honda SJ50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P847 FNT registered?

P847 FNT is a 1997 Honda SJ50, first registered on 9 April 1997.

Is P847 FNT safe to buy?

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