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Y542 GTG

2001 Honda X8R

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

19,618 mi
Last recorded19,618 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Honda X8R11,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY542 GTG
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2017 19,618 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 19,272 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Fail 9 Jan 2016 19,272 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 12,768 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 12,565 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 11,519 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 11,519 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 11,103 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 10,614 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 10,059 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 9,478 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 9,478 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2005
Fail 4 Jul 2005 6,875 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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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Y542 GTG is a 2001 Honda X8R in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 Y542 GTG, 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 Y542 GTG registered?

Y542 GTG is a 2001 Honda X8R, first registered on 12 April 2001.

Is Y542 GTG safe to buy?

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