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S955 POV

1998 Honda XLR125R

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

13,979 mi
Last recorded13,979 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda XLR125R12,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS955 POV
MakeHonda
ModelXLR125R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2023 13,979 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 13,424 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 13,421 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2019 13,296 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 13,257 miles

front and rear tyres slightly perished in the centre of tread

Pass 2 Jul 2014 12,386 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 11,790 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 11,532 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

n/s fork gatter split

Fail 27 Jul 2009 11,494 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

n/s fork gatter split

Pass 11 Apr 2008 10,908 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 10,554 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 7 Mar 2007 10,534 miles

Centre Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 8 May 2006 10,342 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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S955 POV is a 1998 Honda XLR125R in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 S955 POV, 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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S955 POV is a 1998 Honda XLR125R, first registered on 7 November 1998.

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The MOT history for S955 POV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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