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S162 AAV

1998 Honda Sfx

Beige Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

14,147 mi
Last recorded14,147 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda Sfx10,118 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS162 AAV
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year1998
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2016 14,147 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 14,143 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 13,914 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 13,689 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 13,689 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 13,473 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 13,478 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 13,220 miles

rear tyre flat

Fail 12 Nov 2010 13,220 miles

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

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

rear tyre flat

Pass 29 Sep 2009 11,878 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 11,878 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 10,940 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 9,682 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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S162 AAV is a 1998 Honda Sfx in Beige with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 S162 AAV, 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.

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What year was S162 AAV registered?

S162 AAV is a 1998 Honda Sfx, first registered on 10 December 1998.

Is S162 AAV safe to buy?

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