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P596 FGM

1997 Honda Sgx

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

16,220 mi
Last recorded16,220 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda Sgx8,253 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP596 FGM
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 16,220 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 16,188 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 16,055 miles

Front shock asorber dust covers split

General condition represents age of vehicle

Rear tyre under inflated

Pass 21 Jun 2013 15,511 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 14,937 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 14,205 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 13,561 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)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 12,235 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 10,910 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 10,910 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 10,103 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 10,103 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 18 Jul 2006 7,971 miles

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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P596 FGM is a 1997 Honda Sgx in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P596 FGM, 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 P596 FGM registered?

P596 FGM is a 1997 Honda Sgx, first registered on 16 July 1997.

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