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R478 OTA

1998 Honda X8R

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,434 mi
Last recorded20,434 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2008
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR478 OTA
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2008 20,434 miles

Clutch system making excessive rumbling noise

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

Headlamp cowling damaged and not fully secure

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 13 Oct 2008 20,434 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Clutch system making excessive rumbling noise

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

Headlamp cowling damaged and not fully secure

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2007 15,431 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

body work in poor condition

shaft drive train noisy

Fail 19 Oct 2007 15,431 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

battery flat

body work in poor condition

shaft drive train noisy

Pass 16 Sep 2006 11,404 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 10,412 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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R478 OTA is a 1998 Honda X8R in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R478 OTA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R478 OTA registered?

R478 OTA is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 5 June 1998.

Is R478 OTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R478 OTA shows 6 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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