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R348 YEG

1997 Honda SJ50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

10,515 mi
Last recorded10,515 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda SJ5010,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR348 YEG
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 10,515 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 10,479 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 10,347 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 10,313 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 10,151 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 9,885 miles

Front shock absorber has slightly reduced damping

Pass 25 Apr 2018 9,669 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2017 9,440 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 9,264 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 9,022 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 27 Mar 2014 8,673 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 8,673 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 8,460 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 8,192 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 8,192 miles

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 8,065 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 7,813 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 7,716 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 7,716 miles

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of the horn (1.3.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 7,321 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 7,320 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 7,077 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 6,553 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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R348 YEG is a 1997 Honda SJ50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 R348 YEG, 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 R348 YEG registered?

R348 YEG is a 1997 Honda SJ50, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is R348 YEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R348 YEG shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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