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W742 FON

2000 Honda Sfx

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,742 mi
Last recorded27,742 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 2000 Honda Sfx8,981 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW742 FON
MakeHonda
ModelSfx
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2022 27,742 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 26,766 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 26,054 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 25,322 miles

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

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

front suspension has slight reduced damping

no mirrors fitted

Pass 2 Oct 2018 23,852 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 23,849 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2017 21,278 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 18,801 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 May 2013 16,949 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 15,312 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 13,077 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 11,187 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 11,169 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2009 11,168 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Mar 2008 3,866 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 3,866 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 3,832 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 3,695 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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W742 FON is a 2000 Honda Sfx in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W742 FON, 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 W742 FON registered?

W742 FON is a 2000 Honda Sfx, first registered on 3 July 2000.

Is W742 FON safe to buy?

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