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P860 MJN

1997 Honda Sgx

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

12,143 mi
Last recorded12,143 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda Sgx8,253 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP860 MJN
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2014 12,143 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Fail 26 Sep 2014 12,143 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 10,206 miles

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

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 28 Oct 2011 9,772 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

front brake has slight bind .

front tyre n/s+ o/s sidewalls have superficual cracking .

Fail 27 Oct 2011 9,772 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

front tyre n/s+ o/s sidewalls have superficual cracking .

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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P860 MJN is a 1997 Honda Sgx 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 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 P860 MJN, 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 P860 MJN registered?

P860 MJN is a 1997 Honda Sgx, first registered on 14 May 1997.

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