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AO03 YLW

2003 Honda X8R

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,354 mi
Last recorded25,354 miles
Recorded on19 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Honda X8R10,777 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 YLW
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2015 25,354 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 25,101 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2013 18,862 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 18,747 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2012 13,316 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 3 May 2012 13,290 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 May 2011 9,714 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2009 9,293 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 8,635 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 8,627 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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AO03 YLW is a 2003 Honda X8R in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AO03 YLW, 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.

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AO03 YLW is a 2003 Honda X8R, first registered on 17 May 2003.

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