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HN08 XCO

2008 Honda SH300

Black Petrol 300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,278 mi
Last recorded28,278 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda SH30016,519 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN08 XCO
MakeHonda
ModelSH300
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine300cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2024 28,278 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2024 28,278 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jan 2023 24,882 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 22,642 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 20,417 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2021 20,417 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 18,804 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 15,816 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2019 15,816 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2017 11,190 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 11,156 miles

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

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 8,835 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2013 7,329 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 5,193 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SH300?

Based on 2,388 MOT tests across 230 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
1,064
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
230
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
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HN08 XCO is a 2008 Honda SH300 in Black with a 300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Honda SH300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 16,519 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 SH300 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HN08 XCO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SH300 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Honda SH300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HN08 XCO registered?

HN08 XCO is a 2008 Honda SH300, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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