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FD52 HCP

2002 Honda SZX50S-1

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

22,477 mi
Last recorded22,477 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Honda SZX50S-111,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD52 HCP
MakeHonda
ModelSZX50S-1
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2015 22,477 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 22,475 miles

Headlamp aim too high high beam.low beam dip wrong way (1.6)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick pad clip loose (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2014 20,800 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2013 18,150 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 18,150 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 16,739 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 16,738 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 9,538 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

How Reliable is the Honda SZX50S-1?

Based on 1,756 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
900
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 97
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 92
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 45
Tyre tread not clearly visible 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
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FD52 HCP is a 2002 Honda SZX50S-1 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2002 Honda SZX50S-1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 11,200 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 SZX50S-1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD52 HCP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SZX50S-1 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Honda SZX50S-1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FD52 HCP registered?

FD52 HCP is a 2002 Honda SZX50S-1, first registered on 9 December 2002.

Is FD52 HCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD52 HCP shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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