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P997 REW

1997 Honda Sgx

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,044 mi
Last recorded15,044 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda Sgx8,253 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP997 REW
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2011 15,044 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 15,040 miles

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

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 23 Jul 2009 15,040 miles

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

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Right hand switch clamp assembly will require renewing.

center stand and return spring are worn and will need replacing

Pass 23 Jul 2009 15,040 miles

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

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

Right hand switch clamp assembly will require renewing.

center stand and return spring are worn and will need replacing

Pass 21 Jul 2008 15,040 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 18 Jul 2008 15,040 miles

Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 13,033 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 12,742 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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P997 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 75%.

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 P997 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 P997 REW registered?

P997 REW is a 1997 Honda Sgx, first registered on 7 July 1997.

Is P997 REW safe to buy?

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