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V838 MFM

1998 Honda Sfx

Green Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

22,098 mi
Last recorded22,098 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2011
Typical for 1998 Honda Sfx10,118 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV838 MFM
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2011 22,098 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 21 Sep 2011 22,098 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 21 May 2010 21,479 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2010 21,377 miles

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

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 20,983 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 19,777 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2006 17,790 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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V838 MFM is a 1998 Honda Sfx in Green with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 V838 MFM, 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 V838 MFM registered?

V838 MFM is a 1998 Honda Sfx, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is V838 MFM safe to buy?

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