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R898 DRT

1998 Honda SGX50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

11,014 mi
Last recorded11,014 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda SGX507,886 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR898 DRT
MakeHonda
ModelSGX50
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2021 11,014 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 11,010 miles

Forks in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected forks sized no movement (2.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2016 10,993 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 10,961 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 10,961 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2014 10,860 miles

rear shock starting to loose damping effect

Fail 16 May 2014 10,859 miles

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

rear shock starting to loose damping effect

Pass 22 May 2013 9,473 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 23 May 2012 7,604 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 6,235 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SGX50?

Based on 1,261 MOT tests across 344 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
517
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
344
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 22
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 16
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R898 DRT is a 1998 Honda SGX50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Honda SGX50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 7,886 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 SGX50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R898 DRT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SGX50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Honda SGX50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R898 DRT registered?

R898 DRT is a 1998 Honda SGX50, first registered on 13 January 1998.

Is R898 DRT safe to buy?

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