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R879 GWU

1998 Honda X8R

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

3,462 mi
Last recorded3,462 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR879 GWU
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2015 3,462 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 3,462 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 680 miles

Vehicle has no mirrors fitted

Fail 2 Oct 2014 678 miles

Offside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Vehicle has no mirrors fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2008 669 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 6,445 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 638 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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R879 GWU is a 1998 Honda X8R in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R879 GWU, 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

How do I check the history of R879 GWU?

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What year was R879 GWU registered?

R879 GWU is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 15 June 1998.

Is R879 GWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R879 GWU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R879 GWU have outstanding finance?

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