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S96 SLL

1998 Honda Sgx

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

10,793 mi
Last recorded10,793 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda Sgx8,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS96 SLL
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2024 10,793 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front shock absorber gaiters split.

Pass 22 Feb 2023 10,774 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both fronts (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 10,588 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 6 Jan 2022 10,585 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 9,939 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 9,693 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 9,690 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 10 Jul 2013 9,579 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2012 4,466 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 4,329 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 3,816 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 3,815 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 3,143 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 2,267 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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S96 SLL is a 1998 Honda Sgx in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S96 SLL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S96 SLL registered?

S96 SLL is a 1998 Honda Sgx, first registered on 28 August 1998.

Is S96 SLL safe to buy?

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