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Y238 VRH

2001 Honda XL125V

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

34,415 mi
Last recorded34,415 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda XL125V18,310 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY238 VRH
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 34,415 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 34,043 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 34,040 miles

Central Front Upper Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2021 32,469 miles

nearside rear foot peg missing however substantial grab rail fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2020 25,982 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 20,268 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 20,192 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 18,646 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front tyre sidewall slightly perished

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

Fail 3 May 2017 18,583 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front tyre sidewall slightly perished

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

Pass 26 May 2016 17,517 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 17,508 miles

Front Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Pass 2 May 2015 16,906 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 16,906 miles

Centre Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 16,177 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 12,883 miles

Centre Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 12,883 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 12,851 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 12,769 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2009 12,264 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 11,394 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 9,732 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 8,049 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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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Y238 VRH is a 2001 Honda XL125V in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y238 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 Y238 VRH registered?

Y238 VRH is a 2001 Honda XL125V, first registered on 3 May 2001.

Is Y238 VRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y238 VRH shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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