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P465 TFL

1997 Honda Sgx

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

18,378 mi
Last recorded18,378 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Sgx8,253 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP465 TFL
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 18,378 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2025 18,350 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Dec 2009 17,990 miles

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 17,990 miles

Battery charging faulty.

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

Rear number plate cracked.

speedometer gearbox faulty.

Fail 12 Jul 2008 17,990 miles

Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Battery charging faulty.

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

Rear number plate cracked.

Pass 23 Jul 2007 17,989 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 23 Jul 2007 17,989 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 17,178 miles

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

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda Sgx?

Based on 10,889 MOT tests across 1,668 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
464
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 193
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 184
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 140
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 134
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 119
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P465 TFL is a 1997 Honda Sgx in Black 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 Sgx models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 8,253 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 Sgx fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 193 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P465 TFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was P465 TFL registered?

P465 TFL is a 1997 Honda Sgx, first registered on 22 July 1997.

Is P465 TFL safe to buy?

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