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R585 ORN

1998 Honda XLR125R

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

11,768 mi
Last recorded11,768 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda XLR125R12,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR585 ORN
MakeHonda
ModelXLR125R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 11,768 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 11,147 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 10,686 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 10,322 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 9,886 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 9,000 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 7,644 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 7,054 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 6,779 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded main frame (6.1.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 6,497 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 6,398 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 1 Oct 2013 6,389 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 6,146 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

rear shockabsorber soft in operation.

Pass 22 Aug 2011 4,632 miles

advise, drive chain/sprockets worn.

advise, rear shock damping soft in operation.

Pass 16 Aug 2010 3,664 miles

advise, corrosion evident on swinging arm and suspension linkage.

advise, front brake slightly binding.

advise,broken n/s mirror.

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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R585 ORN is a 1998 Honda XLR125R in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R585 ORN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R585 ORN registered?

R585 ORN is a 1998 Honda XLR125R, first registered on 6 February 1998.

Is R585 ORN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R585 ORN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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