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X168 ATE

2001 Honda Sfx

Multi-colour Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,657 mi
Last recorded17,657 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Honda Sfx7,720 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX168 ATE
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2014 17,657 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 16,547 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 14,110 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 11,913 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 11,256 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 11,255 miles

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 21 Feb 2009 9,963 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 9,963 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2008 7,805 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 7,805 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Fail 20 Sep 2007 7,385 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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)

Rear Rear suspension component seized (2.4A2a(ii))

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

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

one main beam lamp inoperative

one rear lamp is wired the wrong way round ie the side lamp is brighter than the stop lamp

Pass 15 Aug 2006 560 miles

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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X168 ATE is a 2001 Honda Sfx in Multi-colour with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Honda Sfx models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 7,720 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 X168 ATE, 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 25 years old, this Honda Sfx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X168 ATE registered?

X168 ATE is a 2001 Honda Sfx, first registered on 10 January 2001.

Is X168 ATE safe to buy?

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