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R57 PBL

1998 Honda Sgx

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

10,046 mi
Last recorded10,046 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda Sgx8,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR57 PBL
MakeHonda
ModelSgx
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Mar 2012 10,046 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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)

battery very flat

rear light lens loose

rear light panel broken

speedo insecure

Pass 19 Mar 2012 10,046 miles

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

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

battery very flat

rear light lens loose

rear light panel broken

speedo insecure

Pass 21 May 2010 10,014 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Feb 2009 6,877 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 6,874 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 6,856 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 6,832 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 6,830 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

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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R57 PBL is a 1998 Honda Sgx in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda Sgx models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 8,591 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 R57 PBL, 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 28 years old, this Honda Sgx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R57 PBL registered?

R57 PBL is a 1998 Honda Sgx, first registered on 7 April 1998.

Is R57 PBL safe to buy?

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