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R862 GSC

1998 Honda Sfx

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2011
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,589 mi
Last recorded13,589 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2010
Typical for 1998 Honda Sfx10,118 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR862 GSC
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2010 13,589 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

frame corrosion

rear brake lever travel

Fail 11 Sep 2010 13,574 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

frame corrosion

rear brake lever travel

Pass 30 May 2008 12,621 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 12,621 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 11,446 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 11,446 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(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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R862 GSC is a 1998 Honda Sfx in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Honda Sfx models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 10,118 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 Sfx fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 207 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R862 GSC, 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 28 years old, this Honda Sfx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R862 GSC registered?

R862 GSC is a 1998 Honda Sfx, first registered on 2 April 1998.

Is R862 GSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R862 GSC shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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