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VU52 ZBL

2002 Honda SFX50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

10,574 mi
Last recorded10,574 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2008
Typical for 2002 Honda SFX505,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 ZBL
MakeHonda
ModelSFX50
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2008 10,574 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 10,574 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 26 May 2007 7,961 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 5,395 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 5,395 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

How Reliable is the Honda SFX50?

Based on 1,108 MOT tests across 287 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
834
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
287
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
Tyre tread not clearly visible 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 15
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VU52 ZBL is a 2002 Honda SFX50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2002 Honda SFX50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 5,818 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 SFX50 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU52 ZBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SFX50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 24 years old, this Honda SFX50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VU52 ZBL registered?

VU52 ZBL is a 2002 Honda SFX50, first registered on 19 December 2002.

Is VU52 ZBL safe to buy?

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