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R147 VAK

1997 Honda SJ50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,482 mi
Last recorded7,482 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2006
Typical for 1997 Honda SJ5010,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR147 VAK
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2006 7,482 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2006 7,481 miles

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Dec 2005 4,411 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2005 4,276 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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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R147 VAK is a 1997 Honda SJ50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R147 VAK, 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 R147 VAK registered?

R147 VAK is a 1997 Honda SJ50, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R147 VAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R147 VAK shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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