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R816 AEE

1997 Honda Sfx

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

26,828 mi
Last recorded26,828 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Sfx10,769 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR816 AEE
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 26,828 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

centre stand stop worn

front suspension and frame heavily corroded - not considered excessive

headlight has poor pattern but can be read

rear tyre light cracking

Pass 13 Jun 2025 26,444 miles
Fail 31 May 2025 26,349 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 11 May 2024 24,202 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2024 24,065 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2023 22,389 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2023 22,365 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 20,650 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Apr 2015 19,100 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Apr 2014 17,710 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 16,557 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 16,548 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 16,520 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 16,314 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 15,266 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 13,928 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 12,558 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

How Reliable is the Honda Sfx?

Based on 9,316 MOT tests across 1,535 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
662
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,535
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 207
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 187
Tyre tread not clearly visible 173
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 117
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 115
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R816 AEE is a 1997 Honda Sfx in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1997 Honda Sfx models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 10,769 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Sfx fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 207 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R816 AEE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Sfx typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Sfx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R816 AEE registered?

R816 AEE is a 1997 Honda Sfx, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R816 AEE safe to buy?

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