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R593 MJH

1997 Honda Sfx

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

16,368 mi
Last recorded16,368 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Sfx10,769 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR593 MJH
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 16,368 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 14,361 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 14,071 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 12,510 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2014 12,510 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Nearside Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 10,690 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2013 10,690 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 May 2012 6,615 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

general body damage

Pass 23 Oct 2010 6,216 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2010 6,216 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 4,936 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 4,936 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 2,267 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 2,267 miles

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Oct 2007 2,251 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 2,240 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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R593 MJH 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 68.8%.

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 R593 MJH, 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 R593 MJH registered?

R593 MJH is a 1997 Honda Sfx, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R593 MJH safe to buy?

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