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VN03 FCE

2003 Honda SZX50S-1

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,337 mi
Last recorded12,337 miles
Recorded on16 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Honda SZX50S-19,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN03 FCE
MakeHonda
ModelSZX50S-1
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2013 12,337 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2011 5,363 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 5,363 miles

Nearside Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Fail 21 Apr 2010 4,463 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 4,463 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 2,878 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 710 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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
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VN03 FCE is a 2003 Honda SZX50S-1 in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Honda SZX50S-1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 9,023 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 VN03 FCE, 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 23 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 VN03 FCE?

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What year was VN03 FCE registered?

VN03 FCE is a 2003 Honda SZX50S-1, first registered on 9 May 2003.

Is VN03 FCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN03 FCE 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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