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R822 BTU

1998 Honda XLR125R

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,041 mi
Last recorded16,041 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda XLR125R12,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR822 BTU
MakeHonda
ModelXLR125R
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 16,041 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 14,070 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2022 14,063 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 11,884 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

rear gear lever slightly loose

slight dampness on the front master cylinder and the lower brake hose connection

the rear tyre is cracking

Fail 23 Jul 2021 11,881 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

rear lever slightly loose

slight dampness on the front master cylinder and the lower brake hose connection

the front tyre is cracking slightly and wearing uneven

the rear tyre is cracking

Pass 4 Jul 2020 11,616 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 10,205 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 10,205 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 8,808 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 8,805 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2007 8,412 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 8,350 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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R822 BTU is a 1998 Honda XLR125R in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R822 BTU, 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 R822 BTU registered?

R822 BTU is a 1998 Honda XLR125R, first registered on 12 February 1998.

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