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N227 YNP

1996 Honda SJ50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

14,875 mi
Last recorded14,875 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2022
Typical for 1996 Honda SJ5012,910 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN227 YNP
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2022 14,875 miles

Front Suspect tyre starting to perish

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 May 2021 14,448 miles

Front tyre perished

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 May 2020 14,260 miles

Front Slight tear in tyre side wall

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 14,215 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2019 14,215 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 14,126 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 14,013 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 13,985 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 13,985 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel rear lever (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2015 13,966 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 13,869 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 13,724 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 13,619 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 13,619 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Mar 2011 12,968 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 12,567 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 12,127 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2009 12,127 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2008 11,580 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 10,993 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 10,502 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 10,502 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Honda SJ50?

Based on 2,227 MOT tests across 377 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
456
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
377
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47
Tyre tread not clearly visible 40
Headlamp aim too high 34
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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N227 YNP is a 1996 Honda SJ50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1996 Honda SJ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 12,910 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 SJ50 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N227 YNP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SJ50 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Honda SJ50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N227 YNP registered?

N227 YNP is a 1996 Honda SJ50, first registered on 8 March 1996.

Is N227 YNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N227 YNP shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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