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S852 LKV

1998 Honda XLR125R

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

18,235 mi
Last recorded18,235 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2006
Typical for 1998 Honda XLR125R12,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS852 LKV
MakeHonda
ModelXLR125R
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2006 18,235 miles

advised on front engine mounting bolt broken

advised on maximum permissible wear/coarseness in steering headstock bearings

advised on oil misting atrear monoshock absorber unit-damping action ok

advised on wear to drivechain front sprocket

advised to reduce frontbrake lever travel

advised to secure clutch lever on handlebar

Fail 21 Jul 2006 18,191 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

advised on front engine mounting bolt broken

advised on max permissible travel on front brake lever

advised on slight oil misting at rear suspension monoshock unit-damping action ok

advised on wear to drive chain front sprocket

advised to secure clutch lever bracket on handlebar

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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S852 LKV is a 1998 Honda XLR125R in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 S852 LKV, 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 S852 LKV registered?

S852 LKV is a 1998 Honda XLR125R, first registered on 25 November 1998.

Is S852 LKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S852 LKV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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