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R990 MTL

1998 Honda Sgx

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,919 mi
Last recorded10,919 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Sgx8,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR990 MTL
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 10,919 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Dec 2023 10,917 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Dec 2022 10,112 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 9,133 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 8,593 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 6,771 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

rear shoka getting weak

Pass 28 Jun 2018 6,704 miles

centre stand spring weak

Pass 29 Jun 2017 6,079 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 5,867 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 5,836 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 5,776 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 5,747 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 5,696 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 5,604 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 5,546 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 5,485 miles

center stand spring weak, stand hanging down

Pass 5 Jun 2008 5,424 miles

main stand spring weak

Pass 31 May 2007 5,327 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 5,203 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 5,199 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

How Reliable is the Honda Sgx?

Based on 10,889 MOT tests across 1,668 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
464
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 193
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 184
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 140
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 134
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 119
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R990 MTL is a 1998 Honda Sgx in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R990 MTL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R990 MTL registered?

R990 MTL is a 1998 Honda Sgx, first registered on 5 June 1998.

Is R990 MTL safe to buy?

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