CarVerify

Free Car Check

X871 VAY

2001 Honda Xlr 125

White Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

6,437 mi
Last recorded6,437 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda Xlr 12513,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationX871 VAY
MakeHonda
ModelXlr 125
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 6,437 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 6,196 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2024 6,196 miles

All direction indicators not working Switch lubricate & cleaned. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 5,962 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 5,845 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 5,842 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 1 May 2015 5,639 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 4,425 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2012 2,562 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2012 2,562 miles

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

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
Full Honda Xlr 125 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

X871 VAY is a 2001 Honda Xlr 125 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2001 Honda Xlr 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 13,314 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 X871 VAY, 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 25 years old, this Honda Xlr 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X871 VAY?

You can check the full history of X871 VAY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was X871 VAY registered?

X871 VAY is a 2001 Honda Xlr 125, first registered on 13 February 2001.

Is X871 VAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for X871 VAY shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X871 VAY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on X871 VAY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.