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YL03 FLV

2003 Honda X8R

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

16,185 mi
Last recorded16,185 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Honda X8R10,777 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL03 FLV
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2014 16,185 miles

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

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

exhaust leaking at cylinder haed flange

head lamps slightly misted up

secondry main beam inop

Fail 29 Jul 2014 16,158 miles

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

Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

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

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

exhaust leaking at cylinder haed flange

head lamps slightly misted up

secondry main beam inop

Fail 21 Jun 2014 16,131 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 28 Jan 2012 12,286 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2012 12,286 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2008 11,366 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 6,266 miles
Pass 31 May 2006

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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YL03 FLV is a 2003 Honda X8R in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Honda X8R models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 10,777 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 YL03 FLV, 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 23 years old, this Honda X8R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YL03 FLV registered?

YL03 FLV is a 2003 Honda X8R, first registered on 16 June 2003.

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