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R414 MVN

1997 Honda Sgx

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,043 mi
Last recorded20,043 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda Sgx8,253 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR414 MVN
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2014 20,043 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 18,467 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 May 2012 18,456 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 18,441 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

fron fork gaitors ripped

transmission noisey

Pass 3 May 2011 17,524 miles

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

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

fork gaiters u/s rear spring corroded transmission noisey

Fail 13 Apr 2011 17,512 miles

Centre Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Centre Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 20 Apr 2010 16,769 miles

Centre Front Lower Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 16,769 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 16,084 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 14,934 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 13,697 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 12,506 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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R414 MVN is a 1997 Honda Sgx in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R414 MVN, 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 R414 MVN registered?

R414 MVN is a 1997 Honda Sgx, first registered on 15 October 1997.

Is R414 MVN safe to buy?

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