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R317 CNT

1998 Honda SJ50

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

22,468 mi
Last recorded22,468 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda SJ5011,205 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR317 CNT
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2016 22,468 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 22,315 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 22,228 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 31 May 2013 22,093 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 22,093 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2012 21,944 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 21,528 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 21,159 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 20,304 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 19,098 miles

Front Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 17,923 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 17,045 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 17,045 miles

Nearside Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

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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R317 CNT is a 1998 Honda SJ50 in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R317 CNT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R317 CNT registered?

R317 CNT is a 1998 Honda SJ50, first registered on 10 March 1998.

Is R317 CNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R317 CNT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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