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R78 FKV

1998 Honda Z50J

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,253 mi
Last recorded2,253 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR78 FKV
MakeHonda
ModelZ50J
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 7 May 2026 2,253 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 2,245 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 2,237 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 2,216 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 2,088 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2016 1,964 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2015 1,953 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 1,904 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 1,822 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 May 2012 1,774 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 1,677 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 1,528 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 1,256 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Z50J?

Based on 526 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

92.0%
Pass Rate
83
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 3
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 2
Steering lock stop missing 2
Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp 2
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R78 FKV is a 1998 Honda Z50J in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Honda Z50J fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R78 FKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Z50J typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Z50J is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R78 FKV registered?

R78 FKV is a 1998 Honda Z50J, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R78 FKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R78 FKV shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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