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S816 DGX

1998 Honda SJ50

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

6,561 mi
Last recorded6,561 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda SJ5011,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS816 DGX
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2015 6,561 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 6,555 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

front tyre flat

Fail 9 Dec 2013 6,555 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

front tyre flat

Pass 19 Apr 2011 6,554 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 6,480 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 6,480 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 6,177 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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S816 DGX is a 1998 Honda SJ50 in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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

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 S816 DGX, 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 S816 DGX registered?

S816 DGX is a 1998 Honda SJ50, first registered on 21 August 1998.

Is S816 DGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S816 DGX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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