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R796 RSW

1998 Honda XLR125R

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

41,598 mi
Last recorded41,598 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda XLR125R12,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR796 RSW
MakeHonda
ModelXLR125R
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 28 Jun 2014 41,598 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 41,598 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Jun 2013 41,449 miles

Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 20 Jun 2013 41,449 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 41,119 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear tyre has been fouling and would benefit from being replaced

Fail 29 May 2012 41,117 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS

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

rear tyre has been worn down by rubbing

Fail 27 Sep 2011 40,773 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 40,773 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 40,148 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 40,148 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Fail 17 Nov 2008 37,911 miles

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 37,911 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 34,952 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 31,993 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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R796 RSW is a 1998 Honda XLR125R in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R796 RSW, 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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R796 RSW is a 1998 Honda XLR125R, first registered on 5 March 1998.

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