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P169 PGV

1996 Honda Sfx

Beige Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

14,654 mi
Last recorded14,654 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1996 Honda Sfx12,401 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP169 PGV
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year1996
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 14,654 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded caliper,pads & unions (3.1.5)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength both (4.2.1a)

both tires perishing between tread blocks...front & rear 11 & 13 years old respectively

Fail 17 May 2018 14,651 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Brake component is slightly corroded caliper,pads & unions (3.1.5)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength both (4.2.1a)

both tires perishing between tread blocks...front & rear 11 & 13 years old respectively

Pass 5 Dec 2011 14,318 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 14,305 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 13,540 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2009 12,474 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2009 12,474 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 10,158 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2007 7,383 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 5,227 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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P169 PGV is a 1996 Honda Sfx in Beige with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P169 PGV, 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 P169 PGV registered?

P169 PGV is a 1996 Honda Sfx, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P169 PGV safe to buy?

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