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Y881 APW

2001 Honda Sgx

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

12,364 mi
Last recorded12,364 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda Sgx7,594 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY881 APW
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 12,364 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2012 12,299 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 12,299 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 28 Apr 2011 9,867 miles

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

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

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 9,867 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 7,667 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 7,667 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fail 3 Jun 2009 7,640 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 7,640 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 7,407 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 7,407 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2007 7,030 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 6,449 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 6,449 miles

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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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Y881 APW is a 2001 Honda Sgx in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 Y881 APW, 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 Y881 APW registered?

Y881 APW is a 2001 Honda Sgx, first registered on 25 May 2001.

Is Y881 APW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y881 APW shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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