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AP03 FDZ

2003 Honda X8R

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

23,577 mi
Last recorded23,577 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda X8R10,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 FDZ
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 23,577 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 22,942 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2025 22,920 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2024 22,767 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 22,510 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Starting to perish (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 28 Mar 2023 22,493 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Leaking at header pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose Loose at header pipe connection (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Starting to perish (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 21,689 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 19,586 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 17,558 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2018 12,481 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 12,446 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 12,389 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 11,873 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 11,437 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 11,051 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 10,398 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 9,497 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 8,633 miles

Tyre offside front wall has weather cracks.

Pass 24 Jul 2007 5,888 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 3,167 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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AP03 FDZ is a 2003 Honda X8R in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AP03 FDZ, 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 AP03 FDZ registered?

AP03 FDZ is a 2003 Honda X8R, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is AP03 FDZ safe to buy?

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