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R236 JGU

1998 Honda Xrv

Blue Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

50,307 mi
Last recorded50,307 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Xrv35,415 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR236 JGU
MakeHonda
ModelXrv
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 50,307 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Jun 2024 47,601 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2023 42,183 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2023 42,183 miles

Front Stop lamp not working front brake light switch not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated also some free play (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 40,364 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 39,307 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 16 Jul 2021 39,307 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 38,224 miles

front brake lever end missing but works ok

indicators flashing slightly to fast

Pass 1 Mar 2007 37,307 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Xrv?

Based on 976 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
999
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Throttle operating incorrectly 4
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4
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R236 JGU is a 1998 Honda Xrv in Blue with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Honda Xrv models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 35,415 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 Xrv fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R236 JGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Xrv typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Xrv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R236 JGU registered?

R236 JGU is a 1998 Honda Xrv, first registered on 26 February 1998.

Is R236 JGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R236 JGU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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