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S217 DNJ

1998 Honda Sgx

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

6,248 mi
Last recorded6,248 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda Sgx8,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS217 DNJ
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2016 6,248 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 6,248 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 6,248 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

battery low charge.

Fail 18 Jan 2012 6,248 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 6,248 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 6,248 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 6,248 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 6,248 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 6,248 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 6,248 miles

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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S217 DNJ is a 1998 Honda Sgx in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 S217 DNJ, 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 S217 DNJ registered?

S217 DNJ is a 1998 Honda Sgx, first registered on 9 December 1998.

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