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LWE 998W

1981 Honda 125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,790 mi
Last recorded20,790 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWE 998W
MakeHonda
Model125
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2013 20,790 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 20,799 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Sep 2012 20,502 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 19,891 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 18,747 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 Sep 2010 18,709 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 15,324 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 11,584 miles

How Reliable is the Honda 125?

Based on 1,276 MOT tests across 172 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
1,245
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
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LWE 998W is a 1981 Honda 125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Honda 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LWE 998W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 45 years old, this Honda 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LWE 998W registered?

LWE 998W is a 1981 Honda 125, first registered on 25 March 1981.

Is LWE 998W safe to buy?

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