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S859 UAG

1998 Honda X8R

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,584 mi
Last recorded16,584 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS859 UAG
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2019 16,584 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2017 14,861 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 14,861 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2015 20,568 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 20,568 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2015 20,568 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 19 Sep 2014 18,476 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 13 Sep 2014 18,403 miles

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 14,508 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 8,799 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2012 8,799 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 4,486 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 3,999 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 3,655 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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S859 UAG is a 1998 Honda X8R in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 S859 UAG, 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 S859 UAG registered?

S859 UAG is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 6 October 1998.

Is S859 UAG safe to buy?

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