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WU52 VZY

2002 Honda X8R

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

16,153 mi
Last recorded16,153 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 2002 Honda X8R10,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU52 VZY
MakeHonda
ModelX8R
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 16,153 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Front suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the suspension (2.3.6a)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

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

Fail 26 Apr 2017 16,153 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned front wheel not central and restricted movement (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the suspension (2.3.6a)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

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

Pass 12 May 2016 13,713 miles

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

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

Fail 12 May 2016 13,713 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies Rear brake lever (1.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2015 10,403 miles

front tyre perished and in poor condition.

Fail 8 Apr 2015 10,403 miles

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

front tyre perished and in poor condition.

Pass 22 Jan 2013 10,402 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 3 Jan 2013 10,402 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly component excessively corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2012 10,402 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

fork stansions pitted

speedo not working

Fail 27 Jan 2012 10,402 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

fork stansions pitted

speedo not working

Pass 17 Dec 2007 8,915 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2006 6,692 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2005 6,254 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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WU52 VZY is a 2002 Honda X8R in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2002 Honda X8R models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 10,320 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 WU52 VZY, 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 24 years old, this Honda X8R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WU52 VZY is a 2002 Honda X8R, first registered on 19 September 2002.

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