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R47 XAV

1997 Honda Sfx

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,201 mi
Last recorded21,201 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda Sfx10,769 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR47 XAV
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 1 Apr 2015 21,201 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

body panels front & rear insecure

front brake disc corroded

front brake hose insecure

Pass 25 Mar 2014 21,080 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 21,057 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front tyre has age related cracks

Pass 7 Jan 2012 21,048 miles

Fork legs rusty and pitted

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

Stand bent

Fail 4 Jan 2012 21,048 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fork legs rusty and pitted

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Stand bent

Pass 25 Nov 2010 16,123 miles

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

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 15,212 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 22 Aug 2009 15,212 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 13,984 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 12,805 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 11,391 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 11,391 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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R47 XAV is a 1997 Honda Sfx in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda Sfx models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 10,769 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 Sfx fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 207 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R47 XAV, 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 29 years old, this Honda Sfx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R47 XAV registered?

R47 XAV is a 1997 Honda Sfx, first registered on 17 October 1997.

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