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LMR 197X

1982 Honda XL185

Red Petrol 184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

35,496 mi
Last recorded35,496 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2021
Typical for 1982 Honda XL18516,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMR 197X
MakeHonda
ModelXL185
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine184cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2021 35,496 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2021 35,463 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2021 35,365 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 34,078 miles

Front WHEEL BEARING HAS SLIGHT RUMBLE

SIDE STAND DOES NOT SECURE BIKE IN UPRIGHT POSITION

Fail 11 Aug 2020 34,013 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 33,403 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 32,685 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 8 May 2018 32,671 miles

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)

Pass 4 May 2017 31,673 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 30,887 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 30,016 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 29,297 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2012

No lights fitted at time of test

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

daylight use only

Pass 11 Aug 2011 29,297 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 29,074 miles

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.

83.6%
Pass Rate
161
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 9
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 9
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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?

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