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S889 SMB

1998 Honda Xr

White Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,872 mi
Last recorded8,872 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2006
Typical for 1998 Honda Xr10,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS889 SMB
MakeHonda
ModelXr
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2006 8,872 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 8,544 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2005 8,544 miles

Centre Front Upper Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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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S889 SMB is a 1998 Honda Xr in White with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S889 SMB, 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

How do I check the history of S889 SMB?

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What year was S889 SMB registered?

S889 SMB is a 1998 Honda Xr, first registered on 13 August 1998.

Is S889 SMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S889 SMB shows 3 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.

Does S889 SMB have outstanding finance?

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