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R162 EOW

1998 Honda SJ50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

18,070 mi
Last recorded18,070 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda SJ5011,205 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR162 EOW
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2021 18,070 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 18,070 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2020 17,322 miles

front side light not working

Pass 2 Apr 2019 16,672 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 16,514 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 16,391 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 16,245 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 16,029 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 15,839 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 15,613 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 15,473 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 14,827 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 13,985 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 13,100 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 12,059 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 10,895 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 9,782 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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R162 EOW is a 1998 Honda SJ50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1998 Honda SJ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 11,205 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R162 EOW, 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 28 years old, this Honda SJ50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R162 EOW registered?

R162 EOW is a 1998 Honda SJ50, first registered on 22 April 1998.

Is R162 EOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R162 EOW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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