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R492 OST

1997 Honda Sgx

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

7,029 mi
Last recorded7,029 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda Sgx8,253 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR492 OST
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2019 7,029 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

slight corrosion on frame

Pass 29 Sep 2016 7,029 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 29 Sep 2016 7,029 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 May 2015 7,029 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 7,026 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 7,013 miles

slight flickering on brake light when indicators on

suspension rebound is slightly soft

Pass 26 Nov 2011 7,006 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 6,816 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 6,428 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 5,933 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 5,762 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Sgx?

Based on 10,889 MOT tests across 1,668 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
464
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 193
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 184
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 140
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 134
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 119
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R492 OST is a 1997 Honda Sgx in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda Sgx models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 8,253 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Sgx fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 193 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R492 OST, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R492 OST registered?

R492 OST is a 1997 Honda Sgx, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R492 OST safe to buy?

The MOT history for R492 OST shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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