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LM12 XAV

2012 Honda XL 125 V-b

White Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

27,239 mi
Last recorded27,239 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda XL 125 V-b13,089 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM12 XAV
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-b
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 27,239 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 25,865 miles

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

play in swingarm bushings

Pass 3 Apr 2024 24,970 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 23,911 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 21,410 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 21,399 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock Steering fouling on front screen. (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Mar 2021 19,495 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 17,350 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 15,167 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 14,179 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 12,811 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 12,035 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 10,867 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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LM12 XAV is a 2012 Honda XL 125 V-b in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LM12 XAV, 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.

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What year was LM12 XAV registered?

LM12 XAV is a 2012 Honda XL 125 V-b, first registered on 5 May 2012.

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