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B185 VWY

1985 Honda XL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

34,491 mi
Last recorded34,491 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2018
Typical for 1985 Honda XL12520,815 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB185 VWY
MakeHonda
ModelXL125
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2018 34,491 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 34,139 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 34,139 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 34,046 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 32,507 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 29,209 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 29,207 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 May 2011 28,377 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 28,339 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 May 2010 24,725 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 24,724 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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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B185 VWY is a 1985 Honda XL125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 B185 VWY, 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 B185 VWY registered?

B185 VWY is a 1985 Honda XL125, first registered on 12 March 1985.

Is B185 VWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B185 VWY shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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