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R962 XKM

1997 Honda SFX50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

22,448 mi
Last recorded22,448 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda SFX5013,382 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR962 XKM
MakeHonda
ModelSFX50
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2011 22,448 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 17,543 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 17,542 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Fail 5 Feb 2009 14,406 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 5 Feb 2009 14,406 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 13,783 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 26 Jan 2008 13,783 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 15 Nov 2005 13,168 miles

Offside 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 SFX50?

Based on 1,108 MOT tests across 287 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
834
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
287
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
Tyre tread not clearly visible 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 15
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R962 XKM is a 1997 Honda SFX50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda SFX50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 13,382 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 SFX50 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R962 XKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SFX50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda SFX50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R962 XKM registered?

R962 XKM is a 1997 Honda SFX50, first registered on 30 August 1997.

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