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R968 ORA

1998 Honda Xr

White Petrol 397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

23,906 mi
Last recorded23,906 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2020
Typical for 1998 Honda Xr10,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR968 ORA
MakeHonda
ModelXr
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2020 23,906 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2019 21,645 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 18,700 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 15,451 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 13,373 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 12,706 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 11,572 miles

indicators not fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2012 10,047 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Fail 28 Mar 2012 10,035 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2011 9,141 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 9,135 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

handlebars slightly bent

Pass 29 Jan 2010 7,319 miles

removable baffle fitted for test

Pass 15 Jan 2009 4,698 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 3,793 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 3,664 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 3,562 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Xr?

Based on 4,199 MOT tests across 544 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
413
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 47
wheel bearings have excessive free play 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
Tyre is unsuitable 36
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
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R968 ORA is a 1998 Honda Xr in White with a 397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda Xr models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 10,866 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Xr fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R968 ORA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Xr typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Xr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R968 ORA registered?

R968 ORA is a 1998 Honda Xr, first registered on 3 February 1998.

Is R968 ORA safe to buy?

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