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P287 MSX

1996 Honda SJ50

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,851 mi
Last recorded12,851 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2006
Typical for 1996 Honda SJ5012,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP287 MSX
MakeHonda
ModelSJ50
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2006 12,851 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 12,851 miles

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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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P287 MSX is a 1996 Honda SJ50 in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P287 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 P287 MSX registered?

P287 MSX is a 1996 Honda SJ50, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P287 MSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P287 MSX shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P287 MSX have outstanding finance?

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