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R149 UUJ

1998 Honda X8R

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,765 mi
Last recorded15,765 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2011
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR149 UUJ
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Mar 2011 15,765 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b) DANGEROUS

rear tyre has small cut

number plate slightly loose

rear tyre flat

Battery insecure

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 140,909 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 11,337 miles

front & rear indicator lenses taped

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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R149 UUJ is a 1998 Honda X8R in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda X8R models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 12,504 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 R149 UUJ, 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 28 years old, this Honda X8R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R149 UUJ registered?

R149 UUJ is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 27 March 1998.

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The MOT history for R149 UUJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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