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PO55 ETR

1981 Honda XL125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,028 mi
Last recorded36,028 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2016
Typical for 1981 Honda XL12517,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO55 ETR
MakeHonda
ModelXL125
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2016 36,028 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play slight play in front wheel bearing (2.3.5b)

Fail 16 Sep 2016 36,028 miles

Horn not working horn inop (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing rear reflector missing (1.4.1)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables unable to obtain full right hand lock (2.1.2c)

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

Tyre is unsuitable rear tyre not suitable for road use (4.1.1)

Drive chain slightly loose play in drive chain (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play slight play in front wheel (2.3.5b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre near legal limit (4.1.3(i))

How Reliable is the Honda XL125?

Based on 4,974 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

78.3%
Pass Rate
346
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 91
reflector on motorcycle missing 62
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 48
Drive chain excessively loose 48
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 45
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PO55 ETR is a 1981 Honda XL125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Honda XL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 17,989 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 XL125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PO55 ETR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL125 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 45 years old, this Honda XL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PO55 ETR registered?

PO55 ETR is a 1981 Honda XL125, first registered on 16 March 1981.

Is PO55 ETR safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO55 ETR shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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