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Y486 RDL

2001 Honda Sfx

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

25,080 mi
Last recorded25,080 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Honda Sfx7,720 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY486 RDL
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2016 25,080 miles

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

both are slightly perished

Pass 7 Jul 2011 24,390 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 1 Jul 2011 24,352 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 21,379 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 20,025 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 19,604 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 19,602 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2007 19,279 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 7 Jul 2007 19,279 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 17 Jun 2006 18,388 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2005 17,184 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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Y486 RDL is a 2001 Honda Sfx in Blue 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 Y486 RDL, 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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Y486 RDL is a 2001 Honda Sfx, first registered on 11 April 2001.

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