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R783 UFR

1998 Honda X8R

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

11,914 mi
Last recorded11,914 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR783 UFR
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 11,914 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Minimal reserve travel rear brake

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Feb 2026 11,914 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Minimal reserve travel rear brake

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 8,476 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2025 8,476 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 4,720 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 2,759 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 2,739 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 2,727 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 2,715 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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R783 UFR is a 1998 Honda X8R in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R783 UFR, 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 R783 UFR registered?

R783 UFR is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R783 UFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R783 UFR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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