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S978 SUY

1998 Honda X8R

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2013
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,711 mi
Last recorded15,711 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS978 SUY
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 2 Feb 2012 15,711 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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S978 SUY is a 1998 Honda X8R in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S978 SUY, 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 S978 SUY registered?

S978 SUY is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 18 October 1998.

Is S978 SUY safe to buy?

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