Honda Sgx (2002)
2002 Honda Sgx
CarHunch analysed 146 real MOT records for the 2002 Honda Sgx. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2002 Honda SGX passes its MOT at 81.7%, marginally above the UK average of 80%, suggesting broadly average reliability for a 22-year-old model—though the 12.3% of vehicles that have suffered dangerous defects is worth noting as a buyer concern. With a median mileage of just 7,391 miles, these are lightly used examples, which partly explains the respectable pass rate and keeps expectations realistic about condition.
The average of 1.63 failures and 4.2 advisories per vehicle tells you these cars need some attention but aren't falling apart; the low mileage means you're more likely buying stored or lightly driven stock than worn-out runners. When shopping, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on fluid leaks and suspension wear, which typically rack up the advisory notices on older Hondas regardless of how little they've been driven.
What to check before buying a 2002 Honda Sgx
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 145 | 81.6% | 1.64 |
| CNG (1%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2002 Honda Sgx vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2002 Honda Sgx vehicles fall between 3,807 and 11,641 miles.
2002 Honda Sgx — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 14 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2022 (27% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2022.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2002 Honda Sgx
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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46.8%
Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members
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23.9%
Steering headbearing has slight free play
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21.2%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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15.8%
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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14.9%
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick
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13.1%
Headlamp aim too high
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12.8%
Steering headbearing has excessive free play
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11.9%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2002. Counts include advisories and failures.
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