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S332 RCV

1998 Honda SJ50

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

17,778 mi
Last recorded17,778 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda SJ5011,205 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS332 RCV
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2017 17,778 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 14,208 miles

Offside Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Fail 10 Feb 2016 14,201 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Offside Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 10,263 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 10,263 miles

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

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 17 Feb 2014 6,773 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 3,728 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2013 3,728 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2012 1,088 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 1,083 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 May 2009 775 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 764 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 187 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 187 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Honda SJ50?

Based on 2,227 MOT tests across 377 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
456
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
377
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47
Tyre tread not clearly visible 40
Headlamp aim too high 34
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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S332 RCV is a 1998 Honda SJ50 in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Honda SJ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 11,205 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 SJ50 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S332 RCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SJ50 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Honda SJ50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S332 RCV registered?

S332 RCV is a 1998 Honda SJ50, first registered on 14 September 1998.

Is S332 RCV safe to buy?

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