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S317 YAD

1998 Honda Sfx

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

6,819 mi
Last recorded6,819 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2010
Typical for 1998 Honda Sfx10,118 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS317 YAD
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2010 6,819 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2008 6,527 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 6,527 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 6,237 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 6,235 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2006 5,766 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 4,976 miles

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

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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S317 YAD is a 1998 Honda Sfx in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S317 YAD, 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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How do I check the history of S317 YAD?

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What year was S317 YAD registered?

S317 YAD is a 1998 Honda Sfx, first registered on 4 December 1998.

Is S317 YAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S317 YAD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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