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W852 VLG

2000 Honda Sgx

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

17,760 mi
Last recorded17,760 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2022
Typical for 2000 Honda Sgx9,252 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW852 VLG
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Fail 8 Feb 2022 17,760 miles

Brake performance not tested FRONT WHEEL INSECURE (DANGEROUS) (1.2.1 (g))

Central Front Headlamp aim not tested Dip beam not working (4.1.2 (b))

Central Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Central Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush Fork bottoms have excessive free play (5.3.2 (c))

Front Wheel spindle loose Wheel excessively insecure (DANGEROUS) (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Brake lever insecure Brake lever/switch unit insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

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

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

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

Front TYRE EXCESSIVELY DETERIORATED

Fail 27 Jul 2021 16,687 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high NO BEAM PATTERN (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play FREE PLAY (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush FORK BOTTOMS HAS EXCESSIVE MOVEMENT (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Brake lever insecure REAR BRAKE LEVER/SWITCH GEAR LOOSE (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released REMAINS ILLUMINATED WHEN REAR BRAKE IS RELEASED (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases EXHAUST LEAKING & POOLY REPAIRED (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear INDICATOR DAMAGED BUT STILL USABLE

SOME ELECTRICS AFFECTED BY FLAT BATTERY

Front FRONT TYRE EXCESSIVELY DETERIORATED

MAIN STAND DRAGGING ON FLOOR

Pass 9 Nov 2018 16,378 miles

Offside Rear direction indicator slightly damaged

centre stand loose

Fail 26 Oct 2018 16,347 miles

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

centre stand loose

Offside Rear direction indicator slightly damaged

Pass 31 Oct 2017 16,038 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Offside Rear direction indicator slightly damaged

centre stand spring weak

Pass 28 Apr 2017 15,933 miles

centre stand defective

Fail 28 Apr 2017 15,933 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

centre stand defective

Pass 26 Feb 2016 15,555 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 26 Feb 2016 15,555 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Jan 2015 15,190 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 15,190 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 14,444 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 13,627 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 12,420 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 11,412 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 10,907 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 10,390 miles

Rear Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 9,890 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 9,369 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 8,281 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Sgx?

Based on 10,889 MOT tests across 1,668 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
464
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 193
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 184
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 140
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 134
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 119
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W852 VLG is a 2000 Honda Sgx in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2000 Honda Sgx models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 9,252 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 Sgx fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 193 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W852 VLG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Sgx typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Honda Sgx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W852 VLG registered?

W852 VLG is a 2000 Honda Sgx, first registered on 4 August 2000.

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