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Y856 PVV

2001 Honda Sfx

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2013
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,128 mi
Last recorded13,128 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2012
Typical for 2001 Honda Sfx7,720 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY856 PVV
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2012 13,128 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

battery flat

center stand piviots badly worn

damege to body panals

Fail 21 Apr 2012 13,128 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

battery flat

center stand piviots badly worn

damege to body panals

Pass 7 Jun 2007 12,985 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 12,985 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2006 8,707 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 8,694 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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Y856 PVV is a 2001 Honda Sfx in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 Y856 PVV, 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 Y856 PVV registered?

Y856 PVV is a 2001 Honda Sfx, first registered on 3 May 2001.

Is Y856 PVV safe to buy?

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