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R29 EEX

1998 Honda X8R

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,458 mi
Last recorded14,458 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2007
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR29 EEX
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2007 14,458 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 14,448 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Mar 2006 10,638 miles

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

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

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

nail in tyre

Fail 23 Mar 2006 10,635 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Offside Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

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

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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R29 EEX is a 1998 Honda X8R in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R29 EEX, 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 R29 EEX registered?

R29 EEX is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 11 July 1998.

Is R29 EEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R29 EEX shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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