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B738 ARL

1984 Honda XL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

22,768 mi
Last recorded22,768 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 1984 Honda XL12521,195 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB738 ARL
MakeHonda
ModelXL125
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 22,768 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 20 May 2020 22,490 miles

front fork tubes covered by gators

Pass 13 Jun 2018 22,249 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose Carrier worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2016 22,233 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 22,085 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

slight cracking in sidewalls of front tyres

Fail 24 Sep 2015 22,085 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

slight cracking in sidewalls of front tyres

Pass 15 Sep 2014 21,670 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

rear nearside indicator slightly loose

Pass 9 Sep 2013 20,146 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 18,146 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 19 Sep 2011 16,149 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

cracking in sidewalls of rear tyre

Pass 19 Sep 2011 16,149 miles

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

cracking in sidewalls of rear tyre

Pass 25 Sep 2010 14,550 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 25 Sep 2010 14,550 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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B738 ARL 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 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B738 ARL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B738 ARL registered?

B738 ARL is a 1984 Honda XL125, first registered on 29 October 1984.

Is B738 ARL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B738 ARL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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