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MK52 WSL

2002 Honda X8R

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

36,380 mi
Last recorded36,380 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2013
Typical for 2002 Honda X8R10,320 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK52 WSL
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2013 36,380 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 36,379 miles

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

Lower Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 34,208 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 6 Aug 2012 34,142 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 31,442 miles

heavy corrosion to exhaust

suspect front disc distorting

Fail 8 Aug 2011 31,442 miles

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

heavy corrosion to exhaust

suspect front disc distorting

Pass 26 Jul 2010 28,660 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 25,732 miles

corrosion to exhaust system

suspect slight distortion to front brakes, and front brakes wearing low

Pass 29 Jul 2008 22,575 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 29 Jul 2008 22,575 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 19,476 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 16,414 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 13,192 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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MK52 WSL is a 2002 Honda X8R in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2002 Honda X8R models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 10,320 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 MK52 WSL, 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 24 years old, this Honda X8R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MK52 WSL registered?

MK52 WSL is a 2002 Honda X8R, first registered on 21 September 2002.

Is MK52 WSL safe to buy?

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