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S278 MKH

1998 Honda Sgx

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,114 mi
Last recorded14,114 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda Sgx8,591 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS278 MKH
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2023 14,114 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rusty frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2023 14,114 miles

Headlamp aim too low causing the headlamp to hit top of fairings (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rusty frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 13,646 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Lower Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Fail 12 Nov 2022 13,646 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Lower Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 13,065 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level fluid may need changing (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 3 Dec 2021 13,065 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam wired wrong way round (4.1.3 (b))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level fluid may need changing (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 12,661 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 May 2019 12,293 miles

Central Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 May 2018 12,153 miles

Central Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also side wall cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also side wall cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2016 12,149 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 28 Jul 2015 11,530 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 8 May 2014 11,011 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 10,274 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 14 Mar 2013 10,274 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever attachment screws missing (3.1.2b)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 9,868 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 3,049 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Feb 2010 7,966 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 7,642 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 7,106 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 6,711 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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S278 MKH is a 1998 Honda Sgx in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S278 MKH, 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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S278 MKH is a 1998 Honda Sgx, first registered on 7 December 1998.

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