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B489 AMA

1984 Honda XL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2024
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,482 mi
Last recorded34,482 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2023
Typical for 1984 Honda XL12521,195 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB489 AMA
MakeHonda
ModelXL125
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2023 34,482 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Sep 2023 34,471 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 34,256 miles

Engine Speed Erratic

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose Inner Bush Worn (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Rear Chain Adjusters Worn

Fail 27 Aug 2022 34,256 miles

Front Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess Rear Sprocket Bushes (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Engine Speed Erratic

Nearside Front Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Rear Chain Adjusters Worn

Nearside Front Clutch lever Excessively loose

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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B489 AMA is a 1984 Honda XL125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Honda XL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 21,195 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 B489 AMA, 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 42 years old, this Honda XL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B489 AMA registered?

B489 AMA is a 1984 Honda XL125, first registered on 24 September 1984.

Is B489 AMA safe to buy?

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