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GU52 VNL

2003 Honda X8R

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,875 mi
Last recorded8,875 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Honda X8R10,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 VNL
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Oct 2014 8,875 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

perishing to the front tyre

Pass 3 Oct 2012 8,569 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 7,972 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2010 7,569 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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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GU52 VNL is a 2003 Honda X8R in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GU52 VNL, 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 GU52 VNL registered?

GU52 VNL is a 2003 Honda X8R, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is GU52 VNL safe to buy?

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