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R980 AOE

1998 Honda XLR125R

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

15,295 mi
Last recorded15,295 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda XLR125R12,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR980 AOE
MakeHonda
ModelXLR125R
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2013 15,295 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 15,295 miles

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

front brake lever travel very borderline

headlight has no pattern

Fail 17 Mar 2012 15,295 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

headlight has no pattern

Pass 28 Oct 2010 15,044 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 15,039 miles

no indicators fitted at time of test

nut missing fron engine

Fail 27 Aug 2009 15,035 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

no indicators fitted at time of test

nut missing fron engine

Pass 6 Jul 2005 14,186 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XLR125R?

Based on 2,263 MOT tests across 320 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
320
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 54
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 43
reflector on motorcycle missing 42
Drive chain worn to excess 41
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R980 AOE is a 1998 Honda XLR125R in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Honda XLR125R models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 12,993 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 XLR125R fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R980 AOE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XLR125R typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Honda XLR125R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R980 AOE registered?

R980 AOE is a 1998 Honda XLR125R, first registered on 5 March 1998.

Is R980 AOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R980 AOE shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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