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GK51 GWC

2001 Honda X8R

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,730 mi
Last recorded18,730 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2013
Typical for 2001 Honda X8R11,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 GWC
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2013 18,730 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 5 Nov 2011 182,557 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 17,488 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 16,641 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 16,641 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 15,247 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2007 12,948 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 10,913 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2005 8,585 miles

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

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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GK51 GWC is a 2001 Honda X8R in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2001 Honda X8R models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 11,572 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GK51 GWC, 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 25 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 GK51 GWC registered?

GK51 GWC is a 2001 Honda X8R, first registered on 18 October 2001.

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