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R230 CLS

1998 Honda XLR125R

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2011
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

21,874 mi
Last recorded21,874 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2010
Typical for 1998 Honda XLR125R12,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR230 CLS
MakeHonda
ModelXLR125R
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2010 21,874 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 24 Apr 2010 21,874 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 31 May 2008 20,694 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 20,694 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 5 May 2007 18,618 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 18,618 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

How Reliable is the Honda XLR125R?

Based on 2,263 MOT tests across 320 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
320
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 54
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 43
reflector on motorcycle missing 42
Drive chain worn to excess 41
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R230 CLS is a 1998 Honda XLR125R in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Honda XLR125R models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 12,993 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 XLR125R fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R230 CLS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XLR125R typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Honda XLR125R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R230 CLS registered?

R230 CLS is a 1998 Honda XLR125R, first registered on 2 June 1998.

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