MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
28,124 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
How Reliable is the Honda SJ50?
Based on 2,227 MOT tests across 377 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R298 HSC is a 1997 Honda SJ50 in Purple 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 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 R298 HSC, 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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How do I check the history of R298 HSC?
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What year was R298 HSC registered?
R298 HSC is a 1997 Honda SJ50, first registered on 1 October 1997.
Is R298 HSC safe to buy?
The MOT history for R298 HSC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R298 HSC have outstanding finance?
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