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R506 BRL

1997 Honda SGX50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,316 mi
Last recorded11,316 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda SGX508,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR506 BRL
MakeHonda
ModelSGX50
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2016 11,316 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 11,316 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 11,306 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 11,316 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

centre stand spring worn.

Pass 25 Oct 2012 11,306 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 Oct 2011 11,300 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

slight play in front fork bushes.

Pass 27 Oct 2011 11,300 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

slight play in front fork bushes.

Pass 21 Oct 2010 11,316 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 11,316 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 11,310 miles

Battery voltage down...

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 11,316 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 24 Oct 2008 11,316 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 11,315 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 11,316 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 11,316 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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R506 BRL is a 1997 Honda SGX50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R506 BRL, 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 R506 BRL registered?

R506 BRL is a 1997 Honda SGX50, first registered on 8 November 1997.

Is R506 BRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R506 BRL shows 15 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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