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T544 BGU

1999 Honda X8R

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Honda X8R13,004 mi
4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT544 BGU
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Jan 2012

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

rear air box lose and unsupported by bolts

rear engine cover missing

unable to test head light aim, due to bike not starting and ticking over

Pass 4 Sep 2010

no odometer fitted at time of test

Pass 14 Nov 2009 10,805 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 7,488 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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T544 BGU is a 1999 Honda X8R in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Honda X8R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 13,004 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 T544 BGU, 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 27 years old, this Honda X8R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T544 BGU registered?

T544 BGU is a 1999 Honda X8R, first registered on 2 March 1999.

Is T544 BGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T544 BGU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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