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S796 TCL

1998 Honda X8R

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

21,698 mi
Last recorded21,698 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda X8R12,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS796 TCL
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 21,698 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 21,269 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2024 21,269 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 20,977 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 20,423 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 20,247 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 20,149 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 19,968 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 19,730 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 13,564 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 13,889 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 13,213 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 12,944 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 12,585 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 12,060 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 12,016 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 11,649 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 9,798 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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S796 TCL is a 1998 Honda X8R in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1998 Honda X8R models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 12,504 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 S796 TCL, 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 28 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 S796 TCL registered?

S796 TCL is a 1998 Honda X8R, first registered on 7 September 1998.

Is S796 TCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S796 TCL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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