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Y558 RDF

2001 Honda SFX50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,445 mi
Last recorded15,445 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2007
Typical for 2001 Honda SFX507,602 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY558 RDF
MakeHonda
ModelSFX50
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2007 15,445 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 15,445 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 12,207 miles

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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Y558 RDF is a 2001 Honda SFX50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Honda SFX50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 7,602 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 Y558 RDF, 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 25 years old, this Honda SFX50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y558 RDF registered?

Y558 RDF is a 2001 Honda SFX50, first registered on 24 May 2001.

Is Y558 RDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y558 RDF shows 3 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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