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A686 TBW

1983 Honda XL125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,884 mi
Last recorded2,884 miles
Recorded on9 May 2024
Typical for 1983 Honda XL12521,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA686 TBW
MakeHonda
ModelXL125
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2024 2,884 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 2,255 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 2,081 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 1,913 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2019 1,913 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens broken (4.4.1 (b) (i))

How Reliable is the Honda XL125?

Based on 4,974 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

78.3%
Pass Rate
346
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 91
reflector on motorcycle missing 62
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 48
Drive chain excessively loose 48
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 45
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A686 TBW is a 1983 Honda XL125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Honda XL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 21,598 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 XL125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A686 TBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL125 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 43 years old, this Honda XL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A686 TBW registered?

A686 TBW is a 1983 Honda XL125, first registered on 1 June 1983.

Is A686 TBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A686 TBW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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