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PO51 BYF

2001 Honda X8R

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

20,642 mi
Last recorded20,642 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2012
Typical for 2001 Honda X8R11,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO51 BYF
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 15 Jun 2012 20,642 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

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

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

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

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

front mudgard missing

Pass 15 Jun 2011 17,583 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 17,525 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Fail 12 Jun 2010 11,209 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Upper Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 11,209 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 10,655 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 23 Apr 2008 10,647 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2007 8,867 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 7,820 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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PO51 BYF 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 55.6%.

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 PO51 BYF, 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 PO51 BYF registered?

PO51 BYF is a 2001 Honda X8R, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is PO51 BYF safe to buy?

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