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AO03 AEY

2003 Honda X8R

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

17,726 mi
Last recorded17,726 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda X8R10,777 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 AEY
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 17,726 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 18,058 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2023 18,054 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested fluid leak+incorrectly mounted caliper/pads (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected incorrect caliper mounted so pads dont fully contact disc (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Mar 2014 15,244 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 10 Mar 2014 15,244 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 27 Feb 2010 11,427 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 9,918 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 May 2007 8,722 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 7,396 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 7,396 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Honda X8R?

Based on 13,638 MOT tests across 2,454 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
955
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 935
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 674
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 391
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 282
Tyre tread not clearly visible 224
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AO03 AEY is a 2003 Honda X8R in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2003 Honda X8R models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 10,777 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 X8R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO03 AEY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda X8R typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Honda X8R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO03 AEY registered?

AO03 AEY is a 2003 Honda X8R, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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