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R714 YOR

1998 Honda X8R

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,587 mi
Last recorded28,587 miles
Recorded on29 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR714 YOR
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2014 28,587 miles

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

long rear brake travel on lever but lock achieved

Fail 16 Apr 2014 28,570 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

rear brake control feels slightly spongy

Pass 29 Mar 2013 26,985 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 24 Feb 2012 26,100 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 23,916 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 23,628 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 23,048 miles

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

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

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

Upper 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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R714 YOR is a 1998 Honda X8R in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R714 YOR, 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 R714 YOR registered?

R714 YOR is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R714 YOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R714 YOR shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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