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B885 TWU

1984 Honda XL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,906 mi
Last recorded43,906 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 1984 Honda XL12521,195 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB885 TWU
MakeHonda
ModelXL125
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 43,906 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 42,477 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 40,754 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2022 38,809 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2022 38,809 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 36,962 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 32,643 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 29,828 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

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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B885 TWU is a 1984 Honda XL125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 B885 TWU, 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

How do I check the history of B885 TWU?

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What year was B885 TWU registered?

B885 TWU is a 1984 Honda XL125, first registered on 25 September 1984.

Is B885 TWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B885 TWU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B885 TWU have outstanding finance?

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