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S953 XHK

1998 Honda Rebel

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2023
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

25,957 mi
Last recorded25,957 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda Rebel24,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS953 XHK
MakeHonda
ModelRebel
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2022 25,957 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 24,032 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 24,032 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 22,046 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Oct 2020 22,030 miles

Brake performance not tested due to rear wheel insecure (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Wheel spoke cracked multiple spokes broken (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel has bolts/rivets missing or loose to the extent that control of the motorcycle is likely to be adversely affected multiple spokes broken (5.2.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear number plate unit insecure

Pass 16 Oct 2019 20,060 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 Oct 2019 20,060 miles

Brake lever pivot has excessive free play (1.1.1 (b))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 17,815 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 17,815 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

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

Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension arm missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2017 16,097 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 Oct 2017 16,051 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 14,131 miles

advise ,Exhaust clamp missing

Fail 21 Sep 2016 14,088 miles

Front Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component both front forks have excessive free play (2.3.4)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil both front fork leg seals badly leaking (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2015 11,692 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 8 Sep 2015 11,461 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 9,276 miles

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

rear noplate cracked

rear tyre side walls cracked

Pass 24 Sep 2013 7,700 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 7,696 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 7,487 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Rebel?

Based on 2,253 MOT tests across 237 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
541
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
237
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively loose 42
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 41
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
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S953 XHK is a 1998 Honda Rebel in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda Rebel models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 24,010 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 Rebel fails its MOT is drive chain excessively loose, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S953 XHK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Rebel typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Rebel is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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S953 XHK is a 1998 Honda Rebel, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S953 XHK safe to buy?

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