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R398 CEU

1997 Honda SFX50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,909 mi
Last recorded7,909 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2006
Typical for 1997 Honda SFX5013,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR398 CEU
MakeHonda
ModelSFX50
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2006 7,909 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SFX50?

Based on 1,108 MOT tests across 287 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
834
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
287
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
Tyre tread not clearly visible 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 15
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R398 CEU is a 1997 Honda SFX50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda SFX50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 13,382 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda SFX50 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R398 CEU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SFX50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda SFX50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R398 CEU registered?

R398 CEU is a 1997 Honda SFX50, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is R398 CEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R398 CEU shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R398 CEU have outstanding finance?

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