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R976 YVG

1998 Honda X8R

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,708 mi
Last recorded11,708 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR976 YVG
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2013 11,708 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 11,702 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2011 11,466 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 11,060 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 10,665 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 10,665 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2008 10,176 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2006 9,934 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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R976 YVG is a 1998 Honda X8R in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R976 YVG, 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 R976 YVG registered?

R976 YVG is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R976 YVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R976 YVG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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