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V497 MOE

2000 Honda SGX50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

14,041 mi
Last recorded14,041 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda SGX508,538 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV497 MOE
MakeHonda
ModelSGX50
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 14,041 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 13,819 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2023 13,605 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 12,094 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 35,947 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2019 13,145 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 13,141 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 13,128 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 13,100 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 12,601 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Oil leak

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 11,950 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Oil leak

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 11,463 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 10,922 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2008 10,327 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 9,786 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 9,786 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 9,312 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2005 8,592 miles

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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V497 MOE is a 2000 Honda SGX50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2000 Honda SGX50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 8,538 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 V497 MOE, 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 26 years old, this Honda SGX50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V497 MOE registered?

V497 MOE is a 2000 Honda SGX50, first registered on 5 January 2000.

Is V497 MOE safe to buy?

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