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SM56 GXL

2006 Honda XR125L

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2023
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

9,357 mi
Last recorded9,357 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2022
Typical for 2006 Honda XR125L13,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 GXL
MakeHonda
ModelXR125L
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2022 9,357 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively teeth on rear sprocket worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 23 Sep 2022 9,357 miles

Headlamp aim too high dip beam too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate insecure broken in several places (0.1 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively teeth on rear sprocket worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front tick over too high

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 28 Jul 2022 9,357 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

idle speed high

right hand side panel loose

Pass 5 Aug 2019 9,357 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 May 2017 9,357 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 9,186 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 5 May 2016 9,186 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear control ( bulb missing (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 30 Sep 2015 9,172 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front handguard broken

Offside Rear indicator cover missing

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

registration plate cracked

Pass 18 Aug 2014 8,467 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 8,006 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 3 Jul 2013 8,006 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 8,005 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 7,489 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2011 7,489 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 2,570 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XR125L?

Based on 20,671 MOT tests across 2,254 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
1,158
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 466
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 459
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 347
reflector on motorcycle missing 331
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 314
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SM56 GXL is a 2006 Honda XR125L in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2006 Honda XR125L models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 13,042 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 XR125L fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 466 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM56 GXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR125L typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Honda XR125L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SM56 GXL registered?

SM56 GXL is a 2006 Honda XR125L, first registered on 30 December 2006.

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