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W253 VMA

2000 Honda Sfx

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,785 mi
Last recorded4,785 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2009
Typical for 2000 Honda Sfx8,981 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW253 VMA
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year2000
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2009 4,785 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 4,767 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 4,767 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2007 3,273 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 1,543 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2005 1,543 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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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W253 VMA is a 2000 Honda Sfx in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 W253 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W253 VMA registered?

W253 VMA is a 2000 Honda Sfx, first registered on 7 August 2000.

Is W253 VMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W253 VMA shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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