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Y481 KND

2001 Honda Sfx

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,518 mi
Last recorded17,518 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2019
Typical for 2001 Honda Sfx7,720 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY481 KND
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2019 17,518 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 14,943 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 14,942 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2017 12,173 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 9,417 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2016 9,416 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 9,233 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 15 Aug 2014 9,233 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

gear box bearings noisy.

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

battery flat.

front fairing damage and has hole in it.

Pass 17 Sep 2013 7,505 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 1,938 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 1,932 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 1,926 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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Y481 KND is a 2001 Honda Sfx in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y481 KND, 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 Y481 KND registered?

Y481 KND is a 2001 Honda Sfx, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y481 KND safe to buy?

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