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P728 VDD

1997 Honda SH50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

36,246 mi
Last recorded36,246 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 Honda SH5011,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP728 VDD
MakeHonda
ModelSH50
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2008 36,246 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 36,246 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 9 Feb 2007 36,192 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 34,151 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 34,151 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Honda SH50?

Based on 1,523 MOT tests across 371 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
482
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 22
Tyre tread not clearly visible 19
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 18
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P728 VDD is a 1997 Honda SH50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Honda SH50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 11,572 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 SH50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P728 VDD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SH50 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Honda SH50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P728 VDD registered?

P728 VDD is a 1997 Honda SH50, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P728 VDD safe to buy?

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