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SG53 RFD

2004 Honda Unknown

Red Petrol 1832cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

34,883 mi
Last recorded34,883 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda Unknown33,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG53 RFD
MakeHonda
ModelUnknown
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,832cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 34,883 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2026 34,883 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Jan 2026 34,882 miles

Front Parking brake lever is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only Cannot be a hydraulic parking brake but mechanical! (1.1.6 (f))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm less than 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2024 32,203 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 29,311 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 25,648 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2022 25,648 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 23,803 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 22,437 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 21,997 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 21,712 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 21,433 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 21,027 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Unknown?

Based on 19,752 MOT tests across 9,916 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
395
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
9,916
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 50
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
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SG53 RFD is a 2004 Honda Unknown in Red with a 1,832cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Honda Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 33,542 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 Unknown fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SG53 RFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 22 years old, this Honda Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SG53 RFD registered?

SG53 RFD is a 2004 Honda Unknown, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is SG53 RFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG53 RFD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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