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YJ05 XRB

2005 Honda XL125V

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2025
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

37,096 mi
Last recorded37,096 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Honda XL125V16,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ05 XRB
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2024 37,096 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 37,096 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 32,363 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2022 32,363 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 31,995 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Swinging arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2021 31,986 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Road spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Swinging arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 18,907 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2014 17,256 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 17 Oct 2014 17,252 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 16,980 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 26 Jul 2012 16,980 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 14,423 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 14,423 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 14,423 miles

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

both mirorrs are lose

Pass 22 Jul 2010 9,102 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 598 miles

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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YJ05 XRB is a 2005 Honda XL125V in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL125V models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 16,742 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 XL125V fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 966 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ05 XRB, 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 21 years old, this Honda XL125V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YJ05 XRB registered?

YJ05 XRB is a 2005 Honda XL125V, first registered on 16 May 2005.

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