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PVR 396W

1981 Honda XL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

25,895 mi
Last recorded25,895 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2010
Typical for 1981 Honda XL12517,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVR 396W
MakeHonda
ModelXL125
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2010 25,895 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 15 Apr 2010 25,895 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front tyre underinflated

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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PVR 396W is a 1981 Honda XL125 in Red with a 124cc 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 PVR 396W, 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

How do I check the history of PVR 396W?

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What year was PVR 396W registered?

PVR 396W is a 1981 Honda XL125, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is PVR 396W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVR 396W 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.

Does PVR 396W have outstanding finance?

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