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P270 PPV

1996 Honda SJ50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

29,417 mi
Last recorded29,417 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda SJ5012,910 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP270 PPV
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 29,417 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 29,252 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 29,113 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 28,920 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near Engine mount. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened front fork/shock mounts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 28,826 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 27,695 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 27,433 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 26,885 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 26,222 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 25,544 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 24,317 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 24,317 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 23,033 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 22,071 miles

front brake control arm bush has free play

Pass 17 Dec 2012 20,925 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 19,746 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 18,621 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2009 17,359 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 15,966 miles

front brake slighty bineding on.

Pass 5 Jan 2008 14,486 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 12,982 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 11,626 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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P270 PPV is a 1996 Honda SJ50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 P270 PPV, 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 P270 PPV registered?

P270 PPV is a 1996 Honda SJ50, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P270 PPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P270 PPV shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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