MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
35,496 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
CLUTCH LEVER HAS 2n/d tie on
Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
CLUTCH LEVER HAS 2n/d tie on
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))
Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))
Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil BOTH (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))
stand is dangerous.
CLUTCH LEVER HAS 2n/d tie on
Front WHEEL BEARING HAS SLIGHT RUMBLE
SIDE STAND DOES NOT SECURE BIKE IN UPRIGHT POSITION
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Front WHEEL BEARING HAS SLIGHT RUMBLE
SIDE STAND DOES NOT SECURE BIKE IN UPRIGHT POSITION
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Offside Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
No lights fitted at time of test
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
daylight use only
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front & Rear tyres no markings
How Reliable is the Honda XL185?
Based on 1,034 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LMR 197X is a 1982 Honda XL185 in Red with a 184cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.
Across all 1982 Honda XL185 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 16,828 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 XL185 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LMR 197X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Honda XL185 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 44 years old, this Honda XL185 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was LMR 197X registered?
LMR 197X is a 1982 Honda XL185, first registered on 8 February 1982.
Is LMR 197X safe to buy?
The MOT history for LMR 197X shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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