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LA12 UWS

2012 Honda XL 125 V-b

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

14,846 mi
Last recorded14,846 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda XL 125 V-b13,089 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA12 UWS
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-b
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 14,846 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear tyre perishing

Pass 5 Mar 2025 12,483 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 11,541 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 10,453 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 8,532 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 8,470 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2019 8,470 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jan 2019 4,462 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 2,542 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 1,749 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 1,615 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 125 V-b?

Based on 1,588 MOT tests across 181 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
1,260
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively loose 10
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
Drive chain worn to excess 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
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LA12 UWS is a 2012 Honda XL 125 V-b in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 Honda XL 125 V-b models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 13,089 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL 125 V-b fails its MOT is drive chain excessively loose, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA12 UWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 125 V-b typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Honda XL 125 V-b is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA12 UWS registered?

LA12 UWS is a 2012 Honda XL 125 V-b, first registered on 4 August 2012.

Is LA12 UWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA12 UWS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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