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V974 DSO

2000 Honda SJ50

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

6,978 mi
Last recorded6,978 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda SJ509,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV974 DSO
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2025 6,978 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2025 6,978 miles

Front Brake cylinder operating mechanism has excessive travel (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 6,949 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 6,806 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 6,348 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 6,243 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 6,018 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2017 5,899 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 5,814 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2015 5,449 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 5,010 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 5,010 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 22 Apr 2013 4,634 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 4,344 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 3,899 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 3,899 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 3,554 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 3,170 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2008 2,906 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 2,096 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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V974 DSO is a 2000 Honda SJ50 in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2000 Honda SJ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 9,172 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 V974 DSO, 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 26 years old, this Honda SJ50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V974 DSO registered?

V974 DSO is a 2000 Honda SJ50, first registered on 24 January 2000.

Is V974 DSO safe to buy?

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