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L56 GFJ

1993 Honda Xlr

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,516 mi
Last recorded3,516 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL56 GFJ
MakeHonda
ModelXlr
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2022 3,516 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 3,501 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 3,468 miles

Front Tyre perishing

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 3,335 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Gear change loose

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

Pass 12 Apr 2018 3,305 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Lights Not Tested

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 4 Apr 2018 3,305 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies Both (1.3.1a)

Bind front brake

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 1,890 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 1,501 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 1,501 miles

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

Fail 28 Dec 2013 9,515 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

front tyre cracking

Pass 15 Sep 2011 8,536 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 7,810 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 7,404 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 7,338 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 6,537 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Xlr?

Based on 715 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
323
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
Brake disc(s) excessively worn 8
Drive chain excessively loose 7
Tyre is unsuitable 6
Drive chain worn to excess 4
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L56 GFJ is a 1993 Honda Xlr in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Honda Xlr fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L56 GFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Xlr typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 33 years old, this Honda Xlr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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L56 GFJ is a 1993 Honda Xlr, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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