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R640 KSG

1998 Honda SJ50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

7,516 mi
Last recorded7,516 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda SJ5011,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR640 KSG
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2013 7,516 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 7,516 miles

Clutch lever bent so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 5,532 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 5,507 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 4,154 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 3,797 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 2,670 miles

slight play on front susp

Pass 28 Sep 2006 2,439 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SJ50?

Based on 2,227 MOT tests across 377 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
456
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
377
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47
Tyre tread not clearly visible 40
Headlamp aim too high 34
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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R640 KSG is a 1998 Honda SJ50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda SJ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 11,205 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda SJ50 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R640 KSG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SJ50 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Honda SJ50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R640 KSG registered?

R640 KSG is a 1998 Honda SJ50, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R640 KSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R640 KSG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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