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VU03 UYG

2003 Honda SZX50X-1

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

23,326 mi
Last recorded23,326 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 Honda SZX50X-110,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 UYG
MakeHonda
ModelSZX50X-1
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2022 23,326 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit heavily perished/cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Mar 2022 23,326 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit heavily perished/cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 20,539 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front tyre cracks in sidewall

Rear tyre cracks in sidewall

Pass 5 Sep 2019 18,546 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened rear spring (5.3.3 (b) (i))

front tyre sidewall starting to deteriorate

Fail 4 Sep 2019 18,546 miles

Stop lamp not working front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened rear spring (5.3.3 (b) (i))

front tyre sidewall starting to deteriorate

Pass 30 Jun 2014 18,371 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 17,989 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 17,920 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 8,300 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 8,229 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 6,504 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 5,423 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 3,959 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 3,909 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 2,747 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SZX50X-1?

Based on 1,542 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
1,041
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 81
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 72
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 37
Tyre tread not clearly visible 25
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 24
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VU03 UYG is a 2003 Honda SZX50X-1 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda SZX50X-1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 10,346 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 SZX50X-1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU03 UYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SZX50X-1 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Honda SZX50X-1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU03 UYG registered?

VU03 UYG is a 2003 Honda SZX50X-1, first registered on 7 March 2003.

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The MOT history for VU03 UYG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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