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LYB 82Y

1982 Honda XL125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

16,529 mi
Last recorded16,529 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2024
Typical for 1982 Honda XL12521,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYB 82Y
MakeHonda
ModelXL125
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2024 16,529 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 39,576 miles

Day use only

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Jun 2022 39,576 miles

Day use only

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 39,575 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 3,169 miles

********** lights tapped up daytime use only ************

Fail 4 Jan 2018 3,073 miles

Front Brake locking device insecure cable lock nut not tight (lower) (3.2.A1e)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering fouling cables on right hand lock (2.1.2a)

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp battery flat (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim not tested not bright enough to see a pattern (1.6) DANGEROUS

Fail 14 Dec 2017 2,972 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Front Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to excessive wear (3.2.A1i) DANGEROUS

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

Headlamp aim not tested led bulb fitted-no pattern (1.6) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake hub arm seized (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Oct 2016 30,822 miles

Day time use only

Pass 4 Jul 2015 30,763 miles

Day time use only

Pass 17 Oct 2008 31,902 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL125?

Based on 4,974 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

78.3%
Pass Rate
346
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 91
reflector on motorcycle missing 62
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 48
Drive chain excessively loose 48
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 45
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LYB 82Y is a 1982 Honda XL125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1982 Honda XL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 21,186 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 XL125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LYB 82Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL125 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 44 years old, this Honda XL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LYB 82Y registered?

LYB 82Y is a 1982 Honda XL125, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is LYB 82Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYB 82Y 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.

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