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RK51 WCT

2001 Honda X8R

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,596 mi
Last recorded18,596 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda X8R11,572 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK51 WCT
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 18,596 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 18,596 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 18,597 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2023 18,596 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 17,976 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2019 17,818 miles

slight pitting on front forks

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 17,630 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2017 16,851 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 14,508 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 13,110 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2010 13,110 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2009 4,936 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 2,683 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 2,683 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 22 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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RK51 WCT is a 2001 Honda X8R in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Honda X8R models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 11,572 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 RK51 WCT, 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 25 years old, this Honda X8R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RK51 WCT registered?

RK51 WCT is a 2001 Honda X8R, first registered on 10 December 2001.

Is RK51 WCT safe to buy?

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