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S797 TCL

1998 Honda Sgx

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

6,419 mi
Last recorded6,419 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda Sgx8,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS797 TCL
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2016 6,419 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2016 6,419 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 5,697 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 4,782 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 4,742 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 12 Jul 2011 4,742 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 20 Jul 2010 4,671 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 4,671 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 4,537 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 4,537 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 4,460 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 4,414 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 4,001 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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S797 TCL is a 1998 Honda Sgx in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S797 TCL, 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 S797 TCL registered?

S797 TCL is a 1998 Honda Sgx, first registered on 15 August 1998.

Is S797 TCL safe to buy?

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