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R690 YVF

1997 Honda Sgx

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2009
Tests4 (1 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate25%

Mileage

9,766 mi
Last recorded9,766 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2010
Typical for 1997 Honda Sgx8,253 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR690 YVF
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2010 9,766 miles

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 31 Oct 2009 9,762 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 9,526 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2008 9,486 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

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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R690 YVF is a 1997 Honda Sgx in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 25%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R690 YVF, 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 R690 YVF registered?

R690 YVF is a 1997 Honda Sgx, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is R690 YVF safe to buy?

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