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S442 JSM

1998 Honda SJ50

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

808 mi
Last recorded808 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda SJ5011,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS442 JSM
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 808 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 802 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 31 Jul 2017 802 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 756 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 707 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 635 miles

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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S442 JSM is a 1998 Honda SJ50 in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S442 JSM, 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 S442 JSM registered?

S442 JSM is a 1998 Honda SJ50, first registered on 4 August 1998.

Is S442 JSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S442 JSM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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