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S393 SAV

1998 Honda Sgx

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

17,342 mi
Last recorded17,342 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Sgx8,591 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS393 SAV
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 17,342 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 17,194 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 17,010 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 16 Feb 2023 17,010 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 16,798 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 16,704 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 16,250 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 15,907 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 15,592 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 15,121 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 14,692 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 13,698 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 13,645 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 13,478 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 1,345 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 12,390 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 12,390 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 Dec 2009 11,459 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 9,215 miles

Both front and Rear tyres have excessive perish cracks on sidewalls

Fail 8 Dec 2008 9,215 miles

Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Both front and Rear tyres have excessive perish cracks on sidewalls

Pass 10 Dec 2007 7,227 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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S393 SAV is a 1998 Honda Sgx in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S393 SAV, 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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What year was S393 SAV registered?

S393 SAV is a 1998 Honda Sgx, first registered on 3 September 1998.

Is S393 SAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S393 SAV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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