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WU02 MSV

2002 Honda X8R

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

35,273 mi
Last recorded35,273 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 2002 Honda X8R10,320 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU02 MSV
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 35,273 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy borderline (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear wheel rough on rotation not sure if wheel bearing or transmission?

Fail 21 Jun 2019 35,273 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front dip beam not working

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit borderline (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy borderline (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear wheel rough on rotation not sure if wheel bearing or transmission?

Fail 10 Jun 2019 35,273 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 34,829 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2018 34,829 miles

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2017 33,576 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 32,004 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 30,438 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 28,376 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 25,774 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 23,506 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 23,403 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Feb 2011 20,966 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 20,939 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 18,673 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 16,709 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 14,322 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 11,904 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 9,521 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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WU02 MSV is a 2002 Honda X8R in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2002 Honda X8R models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 10,320 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 WU02 MSV, 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 24 years old, this Honda X8R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WU02 MSV registered?

WU02 MSV is a 2002 Honda X8R, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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