MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
14,114 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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))
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))
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))
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))
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))
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))
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))
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))
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))
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))
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))
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)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
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)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Honda Sgx?
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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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