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S327 RCV

1998 Honda SGX50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2025
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

5,778 mi
Last recorded5,778 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda SGX507,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS327 RCV
MakeHonda
ModelSGX50
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2024 5,778 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened forks (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front brake lever long travel

Headlamp light intensity reduced pattern deteriated (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 25 Sep 2024 5,772 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls lever (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened forks (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front brake lever long travel

Headlamp light intensity reduced pattern deteriated (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 14 Jun 2012 5,762 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

horn weak

long travel on front brake lever

reduced damping on rear suspension

slight bind on front brake

How Reliable is the Honda SGX50?

Based on 1,261 MOT tests across 344 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
517
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
344
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 22
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 16
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S327 RCV is a 1998 Honda SGX50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda SGX50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 7,886 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 SGX50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S327 RCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SGX50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Honda SGX50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S327 RCV registered?

S327 RCV is a 1998 Honda SGX50, first registered on 7 September 1998.

Is S327 RCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S327 RCV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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