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S996 LJB

1998 Honda X8R

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,393 mi
Last recorded8,393 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2010
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS996 LJB
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2010 8,393 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 15 Mar 2010 8,390 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

very low air presure in rear tyre

Pass 24 May 2006 9,408 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

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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S996 LJB is a 1998 Honda X8R in Silver 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 S996 LJB, 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 S996 LJB registered?

S996 LJB is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S996 LJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S996 LJB 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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