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R217 ULH

1997 Honda Xlr 125

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,647 mi
Last recorded4,647 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Xlr 12516,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR217 ULH
MakeHonda
ModelXlr 125
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 4,647 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 4,334 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 3,166 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 2,705 miles
Fail 19 May 2021 2,705 miles

Rear Road spring mounting insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 2,558 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 1,027 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 961 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 961 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 943 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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R217 ULH is a 1997 Honda Xlr 125 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R217 ULH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R217 ULH registered?

R217 ULH is a 1997 Honda Xlr 125, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R217 ULH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R217 ULH shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R217 ULH have outstanding finance?

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