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P847 XLJ

1996 Honda SH50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

13,716 mi
Last recorded13,716 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2010
Typical for 1996 Honda SH5013,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP847 XLJ
MakeHonda
ModelSH50
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2010 13,716 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 5 Jun 2010 13,719 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 29 May 2009 12,360 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 11,937 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 11,937 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 May 2007 11,482 miles

Front Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 May 2006 10,782 miles

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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P847 XLJ is a 1996 Honda SH50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P847 XLJ, 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 P847 XLJ registered?

P847 XLJ is a 1996 Honda SH50, first registered on 24 October 1996.

Is P847 XLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P847 XLJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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