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R491 TGF

1998 Honda Dax

Blue Petrol 69cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

32,418 mi
Last recorded32,418 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR491 TGF
MakeHonda
ModelDax
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine69cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 32,418 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 32,174 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 32,076 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 31,835 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 31,460 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 31,180 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 30,809 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 30,540 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 30,170 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 29,839 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 28,000 miles

throttle cable looking worn ,damaged coating ,but working fine

Fail 15 May 2015 27,998 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

lights get brighter when engine reved ,battery u/s

Fail 6 May 2015 27,996 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Rear reflector on motorcycle insecure (1.4.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle damaged and function impaired (1.4.2a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle insecure (1.4.2c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 26,205 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 26,205 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 24,047 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 24,047 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 21,970 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Dax?

Based on 1,799 MOT tests across 359 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
59
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
359
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 9
Horn not working 9
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 8
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R491 TGF is a 1998 Honda Dax in Blue with a 69cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

The most common reason a Honda Dax fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R491 TGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Dax typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Dax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R491 TGF registered?

R491 TGF is a 1998 Honda Dax, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R491 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R491 TGF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R491 TGF have outstanding finance?

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