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T281 UCG

1999 Honda Xlr 125

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,384 mi
Last recorded23,384 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda Xlr 12516,948 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT281 UCG
MakeHonda
ModelXlr 125
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 23,384 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 23,317 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Aug 2024 23,317 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2023 22,738 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Pass 6 May 2022 19,174 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 18,938 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Jun 2013 18,453 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 18,073 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 17,671 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 17,671 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 May 2010 17,068 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 17,068 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 11 Sep 2006 16,075 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 16,075 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 16,073 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

How Reliable is the Honda Xlr 125?

Based on 2,964 MOT tests across 389 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
850
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
389
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 63
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 51
reflector on motorcycle missing 49
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 42
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T281 UCG is a 1999 Honda Xlr 125 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Honda Xlr 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 16,948 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 Xlr 125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T281 UCG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Xlr 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 27 years old, this Honda Xlr 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T281 UCG registered?

T281 UCG is a 1999 Honda Xlr 125, first registered on 8 May 1999.

Is T281 UCG safe to buy?

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