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P206 WVL

1997 Honda SFX50

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

15,163 mi
Last recorded15,163 miles
Recorded on28 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda SFX5013,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP206 WVL
MakeHonda
ModelSFX50
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2018 15,163 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 28 May 2018 15,163 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 14,930 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 24 Oct 2016 14,930 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 14,535 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 30 Jul 2014 14,184 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 14,184 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 13,703 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Honda SFX50?

Based on 1,108 MOT tests across 287 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
834
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
287
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
Tyre tread not clearly visible 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 15
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P206 WVL is a 1997 Honda SFX50 in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda SFX50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 13,382 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 SFX50 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P206 WVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SFX50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda SFX50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P206 WVL registered?

P206 WVL is a 1997 Honda SFX50, first registered on 17 March 1997.

Is P206 WVL safe to buy?

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