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N271 JRE

1996 Honda SJ50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

17,279 mi
Last recorded17,279 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda SJ5012,910 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN271 JRE
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 17,279 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 17,277 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 17,279 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 17,278 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 17,148 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 17,011 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 16,608 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 16,097 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 15,563 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 15,038 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 14,766 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 14,091 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 13,344 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 12,678 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 12,025 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 12,023 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 May 2008 11,316 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 10,610 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2006 9,858 miles

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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N271 JRE is a 1996 Honda SJ50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N271 JRE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N271 JRE registered?

N271 JRE is a 1996 Honda SJ50, first registered on 14 June 1996.

Is N271 JRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N271 JRE shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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