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AO03 WTL

2003 Honda SH125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

47,638 mi
Last recorded47,638 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Honda SH12513,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 WTL
MakeHonda
ModelSH125
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2023 47,638 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2023 47,393 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rear tyre direction of rotation incorrect (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 43,537 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2022 43,523 miles

Rear Brake lever insecure left hand (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 11 May 2022 43,491 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect both rear shocks (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 37,787 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 37,201 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 37,028 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 37,028 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2017 36,620 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 25,561 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 25,561 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 22,946 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 22,946 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Aug 2012 20,367 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 18,365 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2011 18,365 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 18,073 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 15,737 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 14,729 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 13,990 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2007 10,975 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 8,161 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SH125?

Based on 21,983 MOT tests across 2,406 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
1,394
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,406
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 489
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 235
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 206
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 192
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AO03 WTL is a 2003 Honda SH125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2003 Honda SH125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 13,926 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 SH125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 489 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO03 WTL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SH125 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Honda SH125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO03 WTL registered?

AO03 WTL is a 2003 Honda SH125, first registered on 20 June 2003.

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