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VU03 UYB

2003 Honda SZX50S-1

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,077 mi
Last recorded18,077 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2010
Typical for 2003 Honda SZX50S-19,023 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 UYB
MakeHonda
ModelSZX50S-1
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2010 18,077 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 16,430 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 15,973 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2007 10,615 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 7,325 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2007 7,325 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2006 4,268 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 4,268 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Nearside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

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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VU03 UYB is a 2003 Honda SZX50S-1 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Honda SZX50S-1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 9,023 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 VU03 UYB, 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 23 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 VU03 UYB registered?

VU03 UYB is a 2003 Honda SZX50S-1, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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The MOT history for VU03 UYB shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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