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R250 HAV

1997 Honda Sfx

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

24,670 mi
Last recorded24,670 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda Sfx10,769 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR250 HAV
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2016 24,670 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jul 2016 24,668 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

Front Insecure Wiring

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

Fail 20 Jun 2016 24,663 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Registration Plate Damaged

Pass 2 Apr 2015 22,454 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2015 22,410 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Bodywork Damage

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 20,732 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 20,099 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 20,099 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 19,432 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 19,432 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2011 18,270 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 16,891 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 16,891 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 15,145 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 13,403 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 11,920 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Sfx?

Based on 9,316 MOT tests across 1,535 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
662
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,535
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 207
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 187
Tyre tread not clearly visible 173
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 117
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 115
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R250 HAV is a 1997 Honda Sfx in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda Sfx models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 10,769 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 Sfx fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 207 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R250 HAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Sfx typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Sfx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R250 HAV registered?

R250 HAV is a 1997 Honda Sfx, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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