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W239 VMA

2000 Honda Sfx

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

12,816 mi
Last recorded12,816 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2021
Typical for 2000 Honda Sfx8,981 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW239 VMA
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Jan 2021 12,816 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively 20kgf bind only reason it has a rear brake reading (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

no mirrors fitted

Pass 8 Jan 2020 12,723 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Jul 2019 10,521 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 9,563 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 9,563 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect very slight movement (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 8,497 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 7,917 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 7,878 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 7,571 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 7,418 miles

Scooter bodywork obscuring testable components

Pass 12 Nov 2011 5,800 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 4,651 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 3,919 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 3,893 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 2,423 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 2,423 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2005 1,943 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Sfx?

Based on 9,316 MOT tests across 1,535 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
662
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,535
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 207
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 187
Tyre tread not clearly visible 173
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 117
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 115
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W239 VMA is a 2000 Honda Sfx in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2000 Honda Sfx models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 8,981 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 Sfx fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 207 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W239 VMA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Sfx typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 26 years old, this Honda Sfx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W239 VMA registered?

W239 VMA is a 2000 Honda Sfx, first registered on 7 August 2000.

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