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HJ02 OTE

2002 Honda SZX50S-1

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

7,311 mi
Last recorded7,311 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 2002 Honda SZX50S-111,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ02 OTE
MakeHonda
ModelSZX50S-1
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2023 7,311 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2022 7,309 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 26 May 2022 7,309 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2017 7,221 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2015 7,031 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 May 2015 7,031 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 6,753 miles

fork tubes pitted

front mudguard damaged

Pass 20 Aug 2011 6,724 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 6,720 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 6,317 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

front mudguard mounting damaged.

Fail 17 Sep 2009 6,317 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

front mudguard mounting damaged.

Pass 9 Sep 2008 2,414 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 2,350 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 2,051 miles

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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HJ02 OTE is a 2002 Honda SZX50S-1 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HJ02 OTE, 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 HJ02 OTE registered?

HJ02 OTE is a 2002 Honda SZX50S-1, first registered on 28 June 2002.

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