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S873 BFC

1998 Honda Sgx

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

3,050 mi
Last recorded3,050 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda Sgx8,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS873 BFC
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2016 3,050 miles

Centre Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 2,753 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 1,791 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 1,577 miles

both tyres are perished

Pass 16 Dec 2010 1,387 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 1,324 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 1,324 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 1,188 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 1,130 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 1,130 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

tyres underinflated, †slight play in head bearings,

Pass 15 Sep 2006 1,074 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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S873 BFC is a 1998 Honda Sgx in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S873 BFC, 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 S873 BFC registered?

S873 BFC is a 1998 Honda Sgx, first registered on 13 August 1998.

Is S873 BFC safe to buy?

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