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R47 URK

1997 Honda SGX50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

5,183 mi
Last recorded5,183 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2008
Typical for 1997 Honda SGX508,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR47 URK
MakeHonda
ModelSGX50
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2008 5,183 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 5,183 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2006 5,183 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SGX50?

Based on 1,261 MOT tests across 344 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
517
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
344
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 22
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 16
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R47 URK is a 1997 Honda SGX50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda SGX50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 8,174 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 SGX50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R47 URK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SGX50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda SGX50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R47 URK registered?

R47 URK is a 1997 Honda SGX50, first registered on 8 September 1997.

Is R47 URK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R47 URK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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