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R455 FAV

1998 Honda Sfx

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,841 mi
Last recorded22,841 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda Sfx10,118 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR455 FAV
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2021 22,841 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front tyre crackng

rear number plate slightly damaged

Pass 18 May 2017 22,374 miles

slight dampness on front shocks

Pass 16 May 2016 22,259 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 21,997 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 21,221 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 21,198 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 21,198 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 May 2007 21,185 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 21,185 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Jan 2006 19,715 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Sfx?

Based on 9,316 MOT tests across 1,535 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
662
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,535
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 207
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 187
Tyre tread not clearly visible 173
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 117
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 115
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R455 FAV is a 1998 Honda Sfx in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Honda Sfx models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 10,118 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Sfx fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 207 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R455 FAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Sfx typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Sfx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R455 FAV registered?

R455 FAV is a 1998 Honda Sfx, first registered on 21 May 1998.

Is R455 FAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R455 FAV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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