MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
14,402 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Honda Sgx?
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R978 YVG is a 1998 Honda Sgx in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1998 Honda Sgx models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 8,591 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 Sgx fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 193 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R978 YVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Honda Sgx typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Sgx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R978 YVG registered?
R978 YVG is a 1998 Honda Sgx, first registered on 21 April 1998.
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