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S226 AHR

1998 Honda X8R

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,617 mi
Last recorded9,617 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2011
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

RegistrationS226 AHR
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2011 9,617 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 27 May 2011 9,617 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 9,465 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2010 9,465 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 20 Oct 2008 7,199 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 6,738 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 6,161 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 5,547 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2005 5,547 miles

Rear Rear position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

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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S226 AHR is a 1998 Honda X8R in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S226 AHR, 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 S226 AHR registered?

S226 AHR is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 23 September 1998.

Is S226 AHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S226 AHR shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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