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R181 AOV

1998 Honda SJ50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,116 mi
Last recorded26,116 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda SJ5011,205 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR181 AOV
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 26,116 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 2,596 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 2,374 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 2,237 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 2,164 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 2,500 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 1,852 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 1,774 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 1,774 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Aug 2011 1,747 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 1,747 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 1,733 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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R181 AOV is a 1998 Honda SJ50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R181 AOV, 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 R181 AOV registered?

R181 AOV is a 1998 Honda SJ50, first registered on 27 July 1998.

Is R181 AOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R181 AOV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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