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R731 PRW

1998 Honda Sgx

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

4,742 mi
Last recorded4,742 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Sgx8,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR731 PRW
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 4,742 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 4,691 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Aug 2022 4,691 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 4,483 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 4,335 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 3,657 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 3,434 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2013 3,431 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 3,431 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 3,431 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 3,431 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 3,431 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 3,431 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 1,729 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 1,451 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 1,283 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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R731 PRW is a 1998 Honda Sgx in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda Sgx models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 8,591 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R731 PRW, 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 28 years old, this Honda Sgx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R731 PRW registered?

R731 PRW is a 1998 Honda Sgx, first registered on 6 April 1998.

Is R731 PRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R731 PRW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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