CarVerify

Free Car Check

RV02 ZTO

2002 Honda SZX50S-1

Purple Petrol 49cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

17,133 mi
Last recorded17,133 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2013
Typical for 2002 Honda SZX50S-111,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV02 ZTO
MakeHonda
ModelSZX50S-1
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
View full Honda SZX50S-1 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2013 17,133 miles

fork seals weeping slightly.

front fairing panels damaged.

Pass 17 May 2012 13,659 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 13,655 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

only 1 screw securing rear brake master cylinder cap

Pass 18 Aug 2010 12,079 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 12,024 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 11,151 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 11,103 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 10,176 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 8,575 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda SZX50S-1?

Based on 1,756 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
900
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 97
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 92
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 45
Tyre tread not clearly visible 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
Full Honda SZX50S-1 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

RV02 ZTO is a 2002 Honda SZX50S-1 in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2002 Honda SZX50S-1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 11,200 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 SZX50S-1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV02 ZTO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SZX50S-1 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Honda SZX50S-1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RV02 ZTO?

You can check the full history of RV02 ZTO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RV02 ZTO registered?

RV02 ZTO is a 2002 Honda SZX50S-1, first registered on 26 March 2002.

Is RV02 ZTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV02 ZTO shows 9 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 RV02 ZTO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RV02 ZTO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.