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Y452 KNF

2001 Honda Sfx

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

8,278 mi
Last recorded8,278 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda Sfx7,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY452 KNF
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2025 8,278 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2024 8,250 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Inner tube fitted to rear tyre

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

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 6,157 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 6,152 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 6,152 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 6,152 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 6,152 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 5,860 miles

exhaust showing signs of corrosion

Pass 1 Sep 2007 4,292 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2007 4,292 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2006 3,282 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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Y452 KNF is a 2001 Honda Sfx in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y452 KNF, 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 Y452 KNF registered?

Y452 KNF is a 2001 Honda Sfx, first registered on 11 May 2001.

Is Y452 KNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y452 KNF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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