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Y398 DBY

2001 Honda Sgx

Grey Diesel 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

19,709 mi
Last recorded19,709 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2012
Typical for 2001 Honda Sgx7,594 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY398 DBY
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2012 19,709 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2011 18,274 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2011 18,274 miles

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

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 16,752 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 15,641 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 15,582 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 17 Sep 2007 15,543 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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Y398 DBY is a 2001 Honda Sgx in Grey with a 49cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Honda Sgx models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 7,594 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 Y398 DBY, 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 25 years old, this Honda Sgx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y398 DBY registered?

Y398 DBY is a 2001 Honda Sgx, first registered on 23 August 2001.

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