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BD04 ABU

2004 Honda SES125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Honda SES12515,458 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD04 ABU
MakeHonda
ModelSES125
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2024

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Aug 2024

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed sidewall heavily deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 31,120 miles

Centre stand has age related corrosion

Exhaust has age related corrosion

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front fork stansions have age related pitting (corrosion)

Pass 8 Aug 2022 30,640 miles

Exhaust has general age related corrosion

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 30,093 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 29,790 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2019 28,556 miles

Rear light fitting loose.

Fail 6 Aug 2019 28,556 miles

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

Rear light fitting loose.

Pass 30 Jul 2018 27,108 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 30 Jul 2018 27,108 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel adjusted cable. (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 25,959 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 22,635 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect both sides (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 5 Jul 2016 22,635 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect both sides (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 21,478 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 1 Jul 2015 21,478 miles

Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Jun 2014 20,056 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 18,607 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 16,429 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 11,638 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 9,159 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 29 Jul 2009 9,150 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 6,312 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 5,496 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SES125?

Based on 38,216 MOT tests across 4,396 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
1,703
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
4,396
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 948
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 704
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 678
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 655
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 648
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BD04 ABU is a 2004 Honda SES125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Honda SES125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 15,458 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 SES125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 948 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD04 ABU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SES125 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Honda SES125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BD04 ABU is a 2004 Honda SES125, first registered on 14 April 2004.

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