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Honda XLR

White and Red · Petrol · 1993 · 250 cc

L56 GFJMOT history

L56 GFJ is a white and red petrol Honda XLR first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2023 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 3,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2023
Mileage
3,516 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2022
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L56 GFJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
XLR
Colour
White and Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
250 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L56 GFJ was last recorded at 3,516 miles on 31 Oct 2022, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Mar 2014: 1,501 miles, lower than 9,515 miles on 28 Dec 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
3,501 miles · 3 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
15 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 3,516 miles
  • 2021 – 3,501 miles
  • 2020 – 3,468 miles
  • 2019 – 3,335 miles
  • 2018 – 3,305 miles
  • 2015 – 1,890 miles
  • 2014 – 1,501 miles
  • 2013 – 9,515 miles
  • 2010 – 7,810 miles
  • 2007 – 7,338 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass3,516 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass3,516 miles (+15)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    3,516 miles
    Test number
    913435723427
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Pass3,501 miles (+33)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    3,501 miles
    Test number
    951307890033
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass3,468 miles (+133)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    3,468 miles
    Test number
    862822262231
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass3,335 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    3,335 miles
    Test number
    813180288728
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGear change loose
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass3,305 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    3,305 miles
    Test number
    866389365617
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryLights Not Tested
    • AdvisoryRear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
    • AdvisoryWheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

  6. Fail3,305 miles (+1,415)7 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,305 miles
    Test number
    705047883589
    • FailureFront Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • FailureLocking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Loose (6.2.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
    • FailureRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • FailureStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies Both (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBind front brake
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

  7. Pass1,890 miles (+389)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    1,890 miles
    Test number
    928790713808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail1,501 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1,501 miles
    Test number
    156832464089
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)
    • Repaired at testThrottle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  9. Pass1,501 miles (-8,014)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    1,501 miles
    Test number
    345332264093
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  10. Fail9,515 miles4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,515 miles
    Test number
    736592563392
    • FailureFront Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
    • FailureRear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • FailureStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • NoteFront tyre cracking

  11. Pass8,536 km
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    8,536 km
    Test number
    776388451265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass7,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    7,810 miles
    Test number
    524518320286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass7,404 km
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    7,404 km
    Test number
    861217858260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass7,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    7,338 miles
    Test number
    280959067136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass6,537 km
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    6,537 km
    Test number
    244682326441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L56 GFJ

Does L56 GFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L56 GFJ expired on 2 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L56 GFJ?
The MOT on L56 GFJ expired on 2 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L56 GFJ done?
L56 GFJ was recorded at 3,516 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2022.
Has L56 GFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L56 GFJ has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on L56 GFJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Mar 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L56 GFJ find?
L56 GFJ passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; front wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim.

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