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P989 REW

1997 Honda Sgx

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

8,371 mi
Last recorded8,371 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda Sgx8,253 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP989 REW
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2011 8,371 miles

exhaust deteriorating

front shocks deteriorating

Pass 1 Apr 2010 8,371 miles

rear no plate poor

some pitting on front forks

Pass 27 Aug 2008 8,371 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 8,371 miles

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2007 8,371 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2007 8,371 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

front & rear tyres excessively under inflated

number plate cracked

stand excessively loose

Pass 25 Aug 2006 8,371 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 8,371 miles

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

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

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

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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P989 REW is a 1997 Honda Sgx in Red 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 P989 REW, 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 P989 REW registered?

P989 REW is a 1997 Honda Sgx, first registered on 21 May 1997.

Is P989 REW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P989 REW shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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