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R47 NFE

1998 Honda X8R

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,153 mi
Last recorded22,153 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR47 NFE
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2015 22,153 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 23 Dec 2014 22,013 miles

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

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

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 19,352 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2012 16,354 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 22 Nov 2012 16,286 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 13,640 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 7,090 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 6,914 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 6,410 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 6,410 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 4,195 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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R47 NFE is a 1998 Honda X8R in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R47 NFE, 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 R47 NFE registered?

R47 NFE is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 9 July 1998.

Is R47 NFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R47 NFE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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