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Y547 RCR

2001 Honda X8R

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

17,591 mi
Last recorded17,591 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 Honda X8R11,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY547 RCR
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2016 17,591 miles

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

offside front indicator slightly loose

offside panels damaged

offside rear indicator loose

seat slightly loose

Fail 3 Dec 2016 17,591 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

offside front indicator slightly loose

offside panels damaged

offside rear indicator loose

seat slightly loose

Pass 1 Sep 2015 16,853 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 15,570 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 12,596 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

both brake levers bent

mainstand pivot worn

Fail 29 Aug 2013 12,596 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

both brake levers bent

mainstand pivot worn

Pass 15 Aug 2012 11,378 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 10,928 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 10,570 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Offside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

bike in poor condition

Pass 10 Oct 2005 9,335 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2005 9,333 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

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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Y547 RCR is a 2001 Honda X8R in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y547 RCR, 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 Y547 RCR registered?

Y547 RCR is a 2001 Honda X8R, first registered on 19 April 2001.

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