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R233 VFJ

1998 Honda X8R

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

18,769 mi
Last recorded18,769 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR233 VFJ
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2012 18,769 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 17,583 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 15,992 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 15,982 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2009 12,624 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 10,032 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 10,032 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 26 Jul 2007 10,032 miles

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

Offside Headlamp main beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 10,032 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2006 10,032 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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R233 VFJ is a 1998 Honda X8R in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R233 VFJ, 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 R233 VFJ registered?

R233 VFJ is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R233 VFJ safe to buy?

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