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R436 VJO

1997 Honda Sfx

Beige Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,667 mi
Last recorded24,667 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda Sfx10,769 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR436 VJO
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2015 24,667 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Both (2.3.3)

Lots Of Bodywork Damage

Rear Brake Slightly Sticking

Fail 22 Mar 2014 22,973 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2014 22,973 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 18,102 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2010 17,207 miles

Rear Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 16,413 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 15,582 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 14,769 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2006 13,779 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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R436 VJO is a 1997 Honda Sfx in Beige with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R436 VJO, 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 R436 VJO registered?

R436 VJO is a 1997 Honda Sfx, first registered on 22 October 1997.

Is R436 VJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R436 VJO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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