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R206 KGK

1997 Honda SJ50

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,697 mi
Last recorded20,697 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda SJ5010,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR206 KGK
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 6 Nov 2018 20,697 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 20,187 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 19,123 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 18,931 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 18,287 miles

front tyre worn

Pass 12 Aug 2013 17,400 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 17,397 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 16,636 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 16,633 miles

Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2011 15,747 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 14,906 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 13,843 miles

no plate cracked

Pass 7 Aug 2008 12,736 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 11,161 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 11,157 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 8,760 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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R206 KGK is a 1997 Honda SJ50 in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R206 KGK, 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 R206 KGK registered?

R206 KGK is a 1997 Honda SJ50, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R206 KGK safe to buy?

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