CarVerify

Free Car Check

R225 UWL

1997 Honda Sgx

Blue Petrol 49cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

8,669 mi
Last recorded8,669 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda Sgx8,253 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR225 UWL
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2013 8,669 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 8,661 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2012 8,649 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 8,562 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2009 8,562 miles

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 5,628 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 3,274 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
Full Honda Sgx reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R225 UWL is a 1997 Honda Sgx in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R225 UWL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R225 UWL?

You can check the full history of R225 UWL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R225 UWL registered?

R225 UWL is a 1997 Honda Sgx, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R225 UWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R225 UWL shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R225 UWL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R225 UWL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.