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S438 NGN

1998 Honda Sfx

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,497 mi
Last recorded12,497 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2010
Typical for 1998 Honda Sfx10,118 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS438 NGN
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2010 12,497 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2010 12,487 miles

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 10,168 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 9,853 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 8,147 miles

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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S438 NGN is a 1998 Honda Sfx in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S438 NGN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S438 NGN registered?

S438 NGN is a 1998 Honda Sfx, first registered on 1 December 1998.

Is S438 NGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S438 NGN shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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