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R319 TFC

1997 Honda SH50

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

35,282 mi
Last recorded35,282 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2006
Typical for 1997 Honda SH5011,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR319 TFC
MakeHonda
ModelSH50
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Dec 2006 35,282 miles

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

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

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

main stand excessively loose and worn

Fail 1 Nov 2006 35,282 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2005 34,816 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

How Reliable is the Honda SH50?

Based on 1,523 MOT tests across 371 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
482
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 22
Tyre tread not clearly visible 19
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 18
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R319 TFC is a 1997 Honda SH50 in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda SH50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 11,572 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 SH50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R319 TFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SH50 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Honda SH50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R319 TFC registered?

R319 TFC is a 1997 Honda SH50, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is R319 TFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R319 TFC shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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