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N63 BYG

1996 Honda Sfx

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2023
Tests29 (17 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate58.6%

Mileage

34,083 mi
Last recorded34,083 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2022
Typical for 1996 Honda Sfx12,401 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN63 BYG
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 12 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2022 34,083 miles
Fail 21 May 2022 34,080 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both fork oil seals (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 May 2021 33,693 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 33,420 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 33,420 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested head lamp not working (4.1.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both fork oil seal blown (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced one bulb out in rear lamp (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 32,925 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 32,925 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 May 2018 32,421 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 32,421 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 31,935 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 31,348 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 31,348 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Fail 22 May 2015 30,749 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 22 May 2015 30,749 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 30,044 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 30,044 miles

Offside Outer Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 1 May 2013 29,513 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 29,490 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 8 May 2012 29,001 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 29,001 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fail 10 May 2011 28,600 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 10 May 2011 28,600 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 28,090 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 27,047 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 25,654 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 25,632 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 4 May 2007 24,233 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 24,227 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2006 22,745 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Sfx?

Based on 9,316 MOT tests across 1,535 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
662
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,535
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 207
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 187
Tyre tread not clearly visible 173
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 117
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 115
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N63 BYG is a 1996 Honda Sfx in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.6%.

Across all 1996 Honda Sfx models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 12,401 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 Sfx fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 207 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N63 BYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Sfx typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Sfx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N63 BYG registered?

N63 BYG is a 1996 Honda Sfx, first registered on 13 May 1996.

Is N63 BYG safe to buy?

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