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VE02 TUO

2002 Honda SZX50S-1

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,305 mi
Last recorded24,305 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Honda SZX50S-111,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE02 TUO
MakeHonda
ModelSZX50S-1
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2016 24,305 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 26 Aug 2016 24,305 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 20,725 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 20,627 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 18,912 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Number plate cracked.

Pass 29 Sep 2011 16,252 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 16,252 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2010 15,183 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2009 6,049 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 4,739 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2008 4,717 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 2,857 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 2,841 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 566 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 558 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Honda SZX50S-1?

Based on 1,756 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
900
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 97
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 92
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 45
Tyre tread not clearly visible 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
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VE02 TUO is a 2002 Honda SZX50S-1 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Honda SZX50S-1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 11,200 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 SZX50S-1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VE02 TUO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SZX50S-1 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Honda SZX50S-1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VE02 TUO registered?

VE02 TUO is a 2002 Honda SZX50S-1, first registered on 27 June 2002.

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The MOT history for VE02 TUO shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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