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V995 KCA

1998 Honda Sfx

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

25,357 mi
Last recorded25,357 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda Sfx10,118 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV995 KCA
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2024 25,357 miles

Rear tyre flat

Very bad general condition

Fail 6 Feb 2024 25,357 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Front switch n/w (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Front switch n/w (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear tyre flat

Pass 18 Aug 2022 25,290 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 25,239 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 25,677 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 20,592 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Apr 2009 20,561 miles

Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

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

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

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

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

mainstand spring weak.

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 13,453 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2006 13,394 miles

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

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2005 9,565 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 9,565 miles

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

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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V995 KCA is a 1998 Honda Sfx in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 V995 KCA, 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 V995 KCA registered?

V995 KCA is a 1998 Honda Sfx, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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