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R714 YAG

1997 Honda Sgx

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,463 mi
Last recorded11,463 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda Sgx8,253 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR714 YAG
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2013 11,463 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2012 11,380 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 8,614 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 27 May 2011 8,614 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 8,558 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 8,545 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Oct 2008 7,956 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 7,098 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 6,601 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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R714 YAG is a 1997 Honda Sgx in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R714 YAG, 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 R714 YAG registered?

R714 YAG is a 1997 Honda Sgx, first registered on 3 November 1997.

Is R714 YAG safe to buy?

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