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P285 MSX

1996 Honda SJ50

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,222 mi
Last recorded9,222 miles
Recorded on12 May 2011
Typical for 1996 Honda SJ5012,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP285 MSX
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2011 9,222 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 12 May 2011 9,222 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 May 2010 8,415 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 7,076 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 6,020 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 5,545 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 5,545 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2006 5,274 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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P285 MSX is a 1996 Honda SJ50 in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P285 MSX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P285 MSX registered?

P285 MSX is a 1996 Honda SJ50, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P285 MSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P285 MSX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P285 MSX have outstanding finance?

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