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GL03 WGW

2003 Honda X8R

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,963 mi
Last recorded1,963 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Honda X8R10,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL03 WGW
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2019 1,963 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 22,431 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Jul 2019 22,431 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 21,030 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 9 Jun 2017 21,030 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2006 14,980 miles

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

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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GL03 WGW is a 2003 Honda X8R in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GL03 WGW, 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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What year was GL03 WGW registered?

GL03 WGW is a 2003 Honda X8R, first registered on 9 June 2003.

Is GL03 WGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL03 WGW shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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