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YX51 BWU

2001 Honda Sfx

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

12,440 mi
Last recorded12,440 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2024
Typical for 2001 Honda Sfx7,720 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX51 BWU
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2024 12,440 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2023 12,772 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2023

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 11,907 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 24 Jan 2018 11,907 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 May 2016 9,902 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired head lamp wired incorrectly, dip is high and high is dip, does not effect use. (1.2.3a)

Rear Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired one of two tail lamps inoperative (1.1.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 5,796 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 5,751 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 5,647 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 5,477 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 5,200 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 5,029 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 4,853 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 4,606 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 3,618 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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YX51 BWU is a 2001 Honda Sfx in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YX51 BWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX51 BWU registered?

YX51 BWU is a 2001 Honda Sfx, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is YX51 BWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX51 BWU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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