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V561 DGP

1999 Honda SJ50

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

19,000 mi
Last recorded19,000 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2022
Typical for 1999 Honda SJ509,931 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV561 DGP
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2022 19,000 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2022 18,998 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 18,925 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2020 18,786 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 18,770 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 18,003 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 17,756 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 17,756 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 17,568 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 17,043 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 17,034 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 16,463 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 16,463 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 16,343 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 16,055 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 16,055 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2010 15,309 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 15,372 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 19,099 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 14,981 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 13,556 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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V561 DGP is a 1999 Honda SJ50 in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1999 Honda SJ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 9,931 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 V561 DGP, 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 27 years old, this Honda SJ50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V561 DGP registered?

V561 DGP is a 1999 Honda SJ50, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V561 DGP safe to buy?

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