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R268 VSB

1998 Honda X8R

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

19,848 mi
Last recorded19,848 miles
Recorded on30 May 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR268 VSB
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 May 2015 19,848 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2013 7,230 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2012 14,947 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.3.1d)

Nearside Front Upper Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 14,947 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 12,733 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 12,733 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 6 Nov 2007 7,975 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 7,975 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 7,587 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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R268 VSB is a 1998 Honda X8R in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 R268 VSB, 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 R268 VSB registered?

R268 VSB is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 15 July 1998.

Is R268 VSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R268 VSB shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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