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V247 KLG

1998 Honda Sfx

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

28,187 mi
Last recorded28,187 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda Sfx10,118 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV247 KLG
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2015 28,187 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 25,069 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 21,744 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 20,136 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 18,217 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2011 18,217 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 14,460 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 14,460 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 30 Oct 2009 14,460 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 14,460 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2008 13,281 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 12,945 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2006 12,839 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Sfx?

Based on 9,316 MOT tests across 1,535 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
662
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,535
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 207
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 187
Tyre tread not clearly visible 173
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 117
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 115
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V247 KLG is a 1998 Honda Sfx in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda Sfx models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 10,118 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 Sfx fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 207 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V247 KLG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Sfx typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Sfx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V247 KLG registered?

V247 KLG is a 1998 Honda Sfx, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is V247 KLG safe to buy?

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