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R960 KWS

1998 Honda XL125

White Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2021
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,285 mi
Last recorded6,285 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR960 KWS
MakeHonda
ModelXL125
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2020 6,285 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 6,285 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2011 38,383 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 38,383 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 7 Oct 2011

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

bottom engine mount nut missing

clutch lever clamp loose

Pass 29 Oct 2010 37,844 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 29 Oct 2010 37,844 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 36,512 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Honda XL125?

Based on 4,974 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

78.3%
Pass Rate
346
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 91
reflector on motorcycle missing 62
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 48
Drive chain excessively loose 48
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 45
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R960 KWS is a 1998 Honda XL125 in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Honda XL125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R960 KWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL125 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 28 years old, this Honda XL125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R960 KWS registered?

R960 KWS is a 1998 Honda XL125, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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