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R190 VLD

1998 Honda X8R

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

14,861 mi
Last recorded14,861 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR190 VLD
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2014 14,861 miles

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

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 16 Sep 2014 14,861 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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 17 Sep 2013 13,909 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 13,908 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 13,908 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 12,576 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2008 12,576 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 29 Jan 2007 11,617 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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R190 VLD is a 1998 Honda X8R in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R190 VLD, 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 R190 VLD registered?

R190 VLD is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 16 March 1998.

Is R190 VLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R190 VLD shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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