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R476 GTL

1997 Honda SJ50

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,400 mi
Last recorded20,400 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda SJ5010,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR476 GTL
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2023 20,400 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 May 2021 20,214 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 20,031 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 19,814 miles

n/s brake lever pivot worn

Pass 9 May 2018 19,670 miles

NO LIGHTS FITTED AT TIME OF TESTING.

Pass 20 May 2017 19,566 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 19,093 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 14,062 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 14,061 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 14,056 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2010 14,054 miles

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

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

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

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

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

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Pass 18 Aug 2009 29,600 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2009 29,600 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2007 27,547 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 27,547 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2005 24,612 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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R476 GTL is a 1997 Honda SJ50 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R476 GTL, 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 R476 GTL registered?

R476 GTL is a 1997 Honda SJ50, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is R476 GTL safe to buy?

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