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SY51 BSX

2001 Honda SGX50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

5,049 mi
Last recorded5,049 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda SGX504,853 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY51 BSX
MakeHonda
ModelSGX50
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Apr 2025 5,049 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Central stand insecure

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

both front shockers pitted

Pass 2 Oct 2015 5,036 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 4,058 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 3,483 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 2,978 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 2,065 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 2,065 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Honda SGX50?

Based on 1,261 MOT tests across 344 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
517
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
344
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 22
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 16
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SY51 BSX is a 2001 Honda SGX50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Honda SGX50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 4,853 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 SGX50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SY51 BSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SGX50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Honda SGX50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SY51 BSX registered?

SY51 BSX is a 2001 Honda SGX50, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is SY51 BSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY51 BSX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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