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R449 FAV

1998 Honda XLR125R

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

27,673 mi
Last recorded27,673 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda XLR125R12,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR449 FAV
MakeHonda
ModelXLR125R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 27,673 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 24,081 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 20,654 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 19,638 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

front brake disc worn/scored

Pass 8 Jun 2013 14,592 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 14,346 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 13,636 miles

throttle cable routed incorrectly trapping cable in full right hand lock

Fail 24 Nov 2009 13,636 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

throttle cable routed incorrectly trapping cable in full right hand lock

Pass 20 Oct 2008 12,498 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 26 Oct 2007 10,627 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 20 Nov 2006 10,481 miles

Chain guard missing

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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R449 FAV is a 1998 Honda XLR125R in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R449 FAV, 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 R449 FAV registered?

R449 FAV is a 1998 Honda XLR125R, first registered on 8 April 1998.

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The MOT history for R449 FAV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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