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KE51 GXL

2001 Honda X8R

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

16,837 mi
Last recorded16,837 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 Honda X8R11,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 GXL
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2016 16,837 miles

Front or rear brake fluid level cannot be seen

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

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

Fail 19 Feb 2016 16,824 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute All (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering Fuse box (2.1.2a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front or rear brake fluid level cannot be seen

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 20 Feb 2015 15,600 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 15,421 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 15,421 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 14,724 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 14,468 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 10,910 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2008 7,924 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 3,770 miles

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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KE51 GXL is a 2001 Honda X8R in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 KE51 GXL, 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.

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What year was KE51 GXL registered?

KE51 GXL is a 2001 Honda X8R, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is KE51 GXL safe to buy?

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