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HX08 SRZ

2008 Sachs SX1

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2021
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

26,107 mi
Last recorded26,107 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Sachs SX19,430 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX08 SRZ
MakeSachs
ModelSX1
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Fail 14 Apr 2021 26,107 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Apr 2020 26,058 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Apr 2020 26,058 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 26,024 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Mar 2019 26,024 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 25,926 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2017 25,926 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 25,195 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 1 Sep 2016 25,195 miles

Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 May 2015 24,655 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 22 May 2014 23,854 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 3 Jul 2012 23,828 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Jun 2011 19,532 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 19,532 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

How Reliable is the Sachs SX1?

Based on 706 MOT tests across 177 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
930
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 23
Horn not working 22
Riders seat insecure 20
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HX08 SRZ is a 2008 Sachs SX1 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2008 Sachs SX1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 9,430 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 Sachs SX1 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX08 SRZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sachs SX1 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Sachs SX1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HX08 SRZ registered?

HX08 SRZ is a 2008 Sachs SX1, first registered on 28 July 2008.

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