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B783 BMC

1985 Honda XL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1985 Honda XL12520,815 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB783 BMC
MakeHonda
ModelXL125
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2014

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Fail 27 Aug 2013

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 27 Aug 2013

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 70,750 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Chain guard missing

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 163 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Oct 2006 59 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Oil leak

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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B783 BMC is a 1985 Honda XL125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 B783 BMC, 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 B783 BMC registered?

B783 BMC is a 1985 Honda XL125, first registered on 31 January 1985.

Is B783 BMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B783 BMC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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