Honda Sgx50 (1998)
1998 Honda Sgx50
CarHunch analysed 587 real MOT records for the 1998 Honda Sgx50. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1998 Honda SGX50 is a scooter, not a car, and it's in serious trouble—only 9.2% pass their MOT on the first attempt, compared to the UK average of 80%. With a median CarHunch score of 45 out of 100 and 1.4% of vehicles having suffered dangerous defects, these machines are well past their reliable years.
The median mileage of just 8,091 miles suggests these are mostly stored or lightly ridden survivors, yet they still average 0.09 failures and 0.2 advisories per test, indicating widespread wear and corrosion issues typical of aging scooters. If you're considering one, plan for immediate servicing and inspection by a specialist—do not assume low mileage means roadworthiness.
What to check before buying a 1998 Honda Sgx50
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%) | 584 | 9.2% | 0.08 |
| Gas (0%) | 2 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 66.7% | 3 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1998 Honda Sgx50 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 1998 Honda Sgx50 vehicles fall between 5,573 and 11,531 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1998 Honda Sgx50
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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30.4%
Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members
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14.8%
Exhaust slightly deteriorated
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14.8%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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13.9%
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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11.3%
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect
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10.4%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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9.6%
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick
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7.8%
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1998. Counts include advisories and failures.
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