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R380 FGP

1998 Honda X8R

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

31,476 mi
Last recorded31,476 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR380 FGP
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2012 31,476 miles

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

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

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

Fail 31 Dec 2011 31,467 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2010 30,149 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 5 May 2010 30,138 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 29,704 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

seat damaged

Pass 6 Aug 2007 28,325 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 28,315 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

handlebars slightly out of alignment.

n/s mirror missing.

Pass 11 May 2006 27,430 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 27 Apr 2006 27,283 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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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R380 FGP is a 1998 Honda X8R in Red 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 R380 FGP, 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 R380 FGP registered?

R380 FGP is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is R380 FGP safe to buy?

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