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COD 766Y

1983 Honda XL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

666 mi
Last recorded666 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 1983 Honda XL12521,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOD 766Y
MakeHonda
ModelXL125
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 666 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 28,226 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2020 28,215 miles

Brake grabbing severely locks on when turned (1.2.1 (c))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly reving high when turning right hand down (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 25,818 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 25,720 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 21,240 miles

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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COD 766Y is a 1983 Honda XL125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Honda XL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 21,598 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 COD 766Y, 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 43 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 COD 766Y?

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What year was COD 766Y registered?

COD 766Y is a 1983 Honda XL125, first registered on 24 February 1983.

Is COD 766Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for COD 766Y shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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