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R436 BVG

1998 Honda Xlr

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,303 mi
Last recorded26,303 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Xlr19,513 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR436 BVG
MakeHonda
ModelXlr
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 26,303 miles
Fail 28 May 2025 26,291 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2023 26,066 miles
Fail 5 May 2023 26,055 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 25,801 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 25,801 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 25,062 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 3 Apr 2020 22,496 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 22,217 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Xlr?

Based on 715 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
323
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
Brake disc(s) excessively worn 8
Drive chain excessively loose 7
Tyre is unsuitable 6
Drive chain worn to excess 4
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R436 BVG is a 1998 Honda Xlr in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda Xlr models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 19,513 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 Xlr fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R436 BVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Xlr typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Xlr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R436 BVG registered?

R436 BVG is a 1998 Honda Xlr, first registered on 2 January 1998.

Is R436 BVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R436 BVG shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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