Honda Xr125L
MotorcycleFrom 518 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, caused 13 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 13 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 12 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 9 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 8 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 8 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 6 |
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 5 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 5 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 5 |
| a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall | 5 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 17.1% of Xr125L failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £41.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 68.9% | a footrest missing or insecure, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all Xr125Ls tested had between 11,300 and 28,205 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 20,031 median miles, the Xr125L has 0.148 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Xr125L MOT pass rate?
The Honda Xr125L has a 70.3% MOT pass rate based on 518 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Xr125L?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Xr125L is significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, which caused 13 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Xr125L at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Xr125L is 20,031 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 11,300 and 28,205 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.