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W538 TRH

2000 Honda X8R

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2023
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,913 mi
Last recorded25,913 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2022
Typical for 2000 Honda X8R11,979 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW538 TRH
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2022 25,913 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Apr 2022 25,913 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 25,547 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 23,940 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front stansions (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 20,911 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Jan 2019 20,911 miles

Rear Brake caliper damaged (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 20,911 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded rear pad spring corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged rear tube stem slightly bent (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 20,911 miles

Offside mirror loose

Pass 30 Jun 2015 19,253 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2015 19,253 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

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

Fail 30 Jun 2014 17,633 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 17,633 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 16,171 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 14,328 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 12,420 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 12,420 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 11,338 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 10,761 miles

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

Nail in front tyre

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 27 Apr 2009 10,761 miles

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

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Nail in front tyre

Pass 29 Apr 2008 9,758 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2008 9,758 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2007 8,731 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 8,731 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 7,540 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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W538 TRH is a 2000 Honda X8R in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Honda X8R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 11,979 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 W538 TRH, 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 26 years old, this Honda X8R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W538 TRH registered?

W538 TRH is a 2000 Honda X8R, first registered on 5 May 2000.

Is W538 TRH safe to buy?

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