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Y226 VRH

2001 Honda XL125V

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

40,024 mi
Last recorded40,024 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda XL125V18,310 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY226 VRH
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 40,024 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear Swinging Arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2025 40,024 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear Swinging Arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 39,640 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 Sep 2024 39,640 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 37,857 miles

Offside Rear Sidewall Cracks

Rear Exhaust Rusty

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 37,847 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 36,482 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 36,482 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort Front Disc (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 34,792 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 14 Oct 2019 34,792 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 29,764 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 29,457 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 28,303 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 25,998 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 19,949 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 11 Apr 2014 19,918 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 18,591 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Mar 2013 18,563 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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 5 Oct 2011 16,348 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 14,484 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2009 13,305 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 13,305 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 12,241 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 12,241 miles

Offside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

front brake slightley binding

front yokes out of line

Pass 10 Oct 2007 11,477 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 11,477 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2006 11,401 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 11,309 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL125V?

Based on 34,334 MOT tests across 2,948 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,948
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 966
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 805
Drive chain excessively loose 627
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 560
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 520
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Y226 VRH is a 2001 Honda XL125V in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

Across all 2001 Honda XL125V models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 18,310 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 XL125V fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 966 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y226 VRH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL125V typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Honda XL125V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y226 VRH registered?

Y226 VRH is a 2001 Honda XL125V, first registered on 17 April 2001.

Is Y226 VRH safe to buy?

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