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R54 MGJ

1997 Honda XLR125R

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,741 mi
Last recorded18,741 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2009
Typical for 1997 Honda XLR125R16,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR54 MGJ
MakeHonda
ModelXLR125R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2009 18,741 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2008 18,118 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 18,114 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 17,394 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 17,245 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Jan 2006 11,547 miles

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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R54 MGJ is a 1997 Honda XLR125R in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda XLR125R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 16,766 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 R54 MGJ, 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 29 years old, this Honda XLR125R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R54 MGJ registered?

R54 MGJ is a 1997 Honda XLR125R, first registered on 30 October 1997.

Is R54 MGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R54 MGJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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