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N896 WAV

1996 Honda Sfx

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

5,685 mi
Last recorded5,685 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda Sfx12,401 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN896 WAV
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 5,685 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 5,657 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2024 5,657 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2023 5,562 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 5,010 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 4,994 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 4,963 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 4,928 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 4,858 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 4,794 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 4,675 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 May 2015 4,675 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 4,583 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 4,583 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 4,457 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 4,363 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 4,252 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 4,110 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 4,023 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 3,680 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 3,377 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 3,077 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 3,148 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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N896 WAV is a 1996 Honda Sfx in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N896 WAV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N896 WAV registered?

N896 WAV is a 1996 Honda Sfx, first registered on 2 May 1996.

Is N896 WAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N896 WAV shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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