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AO53 DLJ

2003 Honda SH125

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,092 mi
Last recorded26,092 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda SH12513,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 DLJ
MakeHonda
ModelSH125
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 26,092 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2024 25,939 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2023 25,823 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2023 25,801 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Mid Section (6.1.2 (a))

Rear tyre perished on both walls

Pass 12 Sep 2022 25,714 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 25,529 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 25,355 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 25,205 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 24,946 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 24,946 miles

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

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 24,639 miles

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

Movement in rear wheel

Rear wheel splines worn

Pass 26 Aug 2015 22,815 miles

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2014 20,853 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 18,986 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 17,176 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 14,654 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 12,653 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 10,791 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 8,401 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 6,596 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 4,751 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 55,495 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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AO53 DLJ is a 2003 Honda SH125 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AO53 DLJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO53 DLJ registered?

AO53 DLJ is a 2003 Honda SH125, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is AO53 DLJ safe to buy?

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