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R847 MRU

1998 Honda X8R

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

13,492 mi
Last recorded13,492 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR847 MRU
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 13,492 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 13,475 miles

Nearside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level Recommend inspection of off side reservoir. (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 13,422 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 13,422 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear tyre perishing/cracking

Pass 23 Jun 2022 13,346 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 13,296 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 13,413 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 13,316 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 13,093 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 13,027 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 12,961 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 12,855 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 12,750 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 12,613 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 12,460 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 12,395 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 12,341 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake is slightly dragging

Pass 11 Apr 2009 12,309 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 12,259 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 12,217 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2006 12,086 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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R847 MRU is a 1998 Honda X8R in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R847 MRU, 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 R847 MRU registered?

R847 MRU is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 15 April 1998.

Is R847 MRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R847 MRU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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