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B143 FNO

1985 Honda XL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

41,010 mi
Last recorded41,010 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda XL12520,815 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB143 FNO
MakeHonda
ModelXL125
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 41,010 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 40,404 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 40,404 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 39,751 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 39,114 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 38,405 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 38,399 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Fail 6 Jul 2011 37,526 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 37,526 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 36,658 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 36,649 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2008 36,221 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2008 36,221 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2007 35,472 miles

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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B143 FNO is a 1985 Honda XL125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1985 Honda XL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 20,815 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 B143 FNO, 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 41 years old, this Honda XL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B143 FNO registered?

B143 FNO is a 1985 Honda XL125, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B143 FNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B143 FNO shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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