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R121 DMY

1997 Honda Xlr 125

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

22,328 mi
Last recorded22,328 miles
Recorded on12 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda Xlr 12516,011 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR121 DMY
MakeHonda
ModelXlr 125
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2015 22,328 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 12 May 2015 22,328 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 May 2014 196,079 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 15,928 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 4 Apr 2013 15,797 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 12,621 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 9,882 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 9,713 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 18 Jul 2008 9,703 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 9,409 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 9,409 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 7 Jul 2006 8,893 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 8,893 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Xlr 125?

Based on 2,964 MOT tests across 389 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
850
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
389
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 63
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 51
reflector on motorcycle missing 49
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 42
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R121 DMY is a 1997 Honda Xlr 125 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda Xlr 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 16,011 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 Xlr 125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R121 DMY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Xlr 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Xlr 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R121 DMY registered?

R121 DMY is a 1997 Honda Xlr 125, first registered on 23 December 1997.

Is R121 DMY safe to buy?

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