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R609 NEO

1998 Honda SH-50-K

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

11,341 mi
Last recorded11,341 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR609 NEO
MakeHonda
ModelSH-50-K
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2007 11,341 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 11,199 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 11,199 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 10,628 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2006 10,621 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda SH-50-K?

Based on 519 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 10
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 7
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Tyre tread not clearly visible 4
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R609 NEO is a 1998 Honda SH-50-K in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Honda SH-50-K fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R609 NEO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SH-50-K typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Honda SH-50-K is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R609 NEO registered?

R609 NEO is a 1998 Honda SH-50-K, first registered on 13 January 1998.

Is R609 NEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R609 NEO shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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