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VU03 FSL

2003 Honda X8R

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,503 mi
Last recorded18,503 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2010
Typical for 2003 Honda X8R10,777 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 FSL
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2010 18,503 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 1 Feb 2010 18,503 miles

Centre Rear Upper Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Offside Front Upper Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Centre Rear Lower Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 31 Dec 2008 14,673 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Jan 2008 13,493 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 1 Jul 2006 13,293 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

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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VU03 FSL is a 2003 Honda X8R in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Honda X8R models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 10,777 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 VU03 FSL, 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 23 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 VU03 FSL registered?

VU03 FSL is a 2003 Honda X8R, first registered on 19 March 2003.

Is VU03 FSL safe to buy?

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