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S866 TJA

1998 Honda X8R

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

24,836 mi
Last recorded24,836 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS866 TJA
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 24,836 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2026 24,836 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 24,774 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 23,979 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2024 23,979 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 22,878 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 21,673 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2022 21,673 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 20,838 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 20,838 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 20,207 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 19,635 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 18,413 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Mar 2017 17,215 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 16,724 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 15,807 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 15,336 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 14,446 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 13,423 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 12,284 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 11,340 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 11,004 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 10,902 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 10,536 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 10,140 miles

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

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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S866 TJA is a 1998 Honda X8R in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 S866 TJA, 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 S866 TJA registered?

S866 TJA is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 6 November 1998.

Is S866 TJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S866 TJA shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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