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N955 JLM

1996 Honda SJ50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

12,903 mi
Last recorded12,903 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda SJ5012,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN955 JLM
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 12,903 miles

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

bodywork obscures some testable areas/items

Pass 20 Mar 2024 12,877 miles

bodywork obscures some testable areas/items

Pass 3 Apr 2023 12,721 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 12,608 miles

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

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 12,582 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 12,285 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 12,230 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 12,220 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 12,022 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 11,699 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 11,699 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 9,857 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 17,517 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 9,014 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2009 8,950 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 8,822 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 7,480 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 5,753 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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N955 JLM is a 1996 Honda SJ50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 N955 JLM, 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 N955 JLM registered?

N955 JLM is a 1996 Honda SJ50, first registered on 3 June 1996.

Is N955 JLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N955 JLM shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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