MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
14,969 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)
Front Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)
Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)
Rear Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)
Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)
Footrest missing (6.2.1a)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)
Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)
Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Honda XL125?
Based on 4,974 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B589 MEC is a 1984 Honda XL125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.
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 B589 MEC, 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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B589 MEC is a 1984 Honda XL125, first registered on 1 January 1984.
Is B589 MEC safe to buy?
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