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R724 LEL

1998 Honda X8R

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2010
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

19,458 mi
Last recorded19,458 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2011
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR724 LEL
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Oct 2011 19,458 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 18,953 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 18,953 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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R724 LEL is a 1998 Honda X8R in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 R724 LEL, 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 R724 LEL registered?

R724 LEL is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R724 LEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R724 LEL shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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