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VX51 FYD

2001 Honda X8R

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,872 mi
Last recorded11,872 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Honda X8R11,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 FYD
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 11,872 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 11,801 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. stanchion (2.3.1)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 20 Apr 2016 11,801 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. stanchion (2.3.1)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 May 2015 10,408 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 10,408 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 9,792 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 8,934 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 8,932 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 8,495 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 8,495 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2007 7,188 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2006 3,412 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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VX51 FYD is a 2001 Honda X8R in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Honda X8R models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 11,572 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 VX51 FYD, 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 25 years old, this Honda X8R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX51 FYD registered?

VX51 FYD is a 2001 Honda X8R, first registered on 9 November 2001.

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The MOT history for VX51 FYD shows 12 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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