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X897 JFV

2000 Honda Sgx

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

18,169 mi
Last recorded18,169 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda Sgx9,252 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX897 JFV
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 18,169 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2025 18,169 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 18,166 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 18,166 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 18,166 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 18,166 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 18,166 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 18,166 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 18,166 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2017 18,166 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 18,166 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 18,166 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 18,166 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 15,723 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 15,723 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 13,159 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 10 Sep 2013 10,174 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 10,174 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 7,667 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 4,750 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 24,162 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 16 Sep 2010 24,162 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 21,009 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 18,062 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 15,582 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2006 12,865 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005
Fail 14 Sep 2005 9,504 miles

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

Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

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

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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X897 JFV is a 2000 Honda Sgx in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 X897 JFV, 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 X897 JFV registered?

X897 JFV is a 2000 Honda Sgx, first registered on 20 September 2000.

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