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P157 LYA

1996 Honda Sfx

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,456 mi
Last recorded29,456 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2010
Typical for 1996 Honda Sfx12,401 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP157 LYA
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2010 29,456 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 28,534 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 27,367 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 26,534 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 22,844 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 22,843 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

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

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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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P157 LYA is a 1996 Honda Sfx in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P157 LYA, 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 P157 LYA registered?

P157 LYA is a 1996 Honda Sfx, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P157 LYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P157 LYA shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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