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R237 CAW

1997 Honda Xlr 125

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

45,987 mi
Last recorded45,987 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2009
Typical for 1997 Honda Xlr 12516,011 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR237 CAW
MakeHonda
ModelXlr 125
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2009 45,987 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

number plate slightly discolored

Fail 18 Sep 2009 45,976 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

number plate slightly discoulerd

Fail 12 Sep 2009 45,900 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

number plate slightly discoulerd

Pass 6 May 2008 42,009 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 37,031 miles

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

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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R237 CAW is a 1997 Honda Xlr 125 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R237 CAW, 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 R237 CAW registered?

R237 CAW is a 1997 Honda Xlr 125, first registered on 22 December 1997.

Is R237 CAW safe to buy?

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