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P855 FPM

1997 Honda SH50

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,022 mi
Last recorded15,022 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Honda SH5011,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP855 FPM
MakeHonda
ModelSH50
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2009 15,022 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 25 Apr 2009 15,022 miles

Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 12,641 miles

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

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 26 Feb 2008 12,641 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 8,867 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 8,438 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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P855 FPM is a 1997 Honda SH50 in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda SH50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 11,572 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 P855 FPM, 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 29 years old, this Honda SH50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P855 FPM registered?

P855 FPM is a 1997 Honda SH50, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P855 FPM safe to buy?

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