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S893 JSM

1998 Honda X8R

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,465 mi
Last recorded11,465 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS893 JSM
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2023 11,465 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2021 10,897 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 9,746 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 8,018 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 7,080 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 6,083 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2013 5,055 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 4,802 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

Fail 12 Sep 2009 4,800 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 2,952 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)

Fail 13 Mar 2007 2,937 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 2,937 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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S893 JSM is a 1998 Honda X8R in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S893 JSM, 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 S893 JSM registered?

S893 JSM is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 8 October 1998.

Is S893 JSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S893 JSM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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