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S48 CAE

1999 Honda Sfx

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,709 mi
Last recorded8,709 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2015
Typical for 1999 Honda Sfx9,594 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS48 CAE
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2015 8,709 miles

Front Tyre punctured.

Ignition switch inoperative.

Main stand broken.

Nearside Mirror cracked.

Nearside and offside fork stanchions pitted.

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 11 Nov 2015 8,709 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Tyre punctured.

Ignition switch inoperative.

Main stand broken.

Nearside and offside fork stanchions pitted.

Nearside and offside mirrors missing.

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 8,709 miles

Centre Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 8,709 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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S48 CAE is a 1999 Honda Sfx in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Honda Sfx models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 9,594 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 Sfx fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 207 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S48 CAE, 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 27 years old, this Honda Sfx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S48 CAE registered?

S48 CAE is a 1999 Honda Sfx, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S48 CAE safe to buy?

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