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S949 POV

1998 Honda X8R

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,040 mi
Last recorded19,040 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS949 POV
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 19,040 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2016 19,040 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2007 18,733 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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S949 POV is a 1998 Honda X8R in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 S949 POV, 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 S949 POV registered?

S949 POV is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 14 November 1998.

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The MOT history for S949 POV shows 3 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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