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P251 UCD

1996 Honda SJ50

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

21,937 mi
Last recorded21,937 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 1996 Honda SJ5012,910 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP251 UCD
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 21,937 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 21,296 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 21,295 miles

Front Direction indicator not working Offside and Nearside (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Direction indicator not working Offside and Nearside (1.5.1c)

Fail 31 May 2016 21,271 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 28 Apr 2016 21,285 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 20,953 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 20,547 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 20,454 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 20,071 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 20,069 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 19,822 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 19,199 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2008 17,592 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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P251 UCD is a 1996 Honda SJ50 in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P251 UCD, 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 P251 UCD registered?

P251 UCD is a 1996 Honda SJ50, first registered on 10 December 1996.

Is P251 UCD safe to buy?

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