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EG03 XLC

2003 Honda XL125V

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

30,863 mi
Last recorded30,863 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda XL125V16,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG03 XLC
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 30,863 miles

Central Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 24 Sep 2025 30,858 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged cord showing through tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 29,888 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 27,575 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 26,414 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 19,080 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 19,080 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 16,581 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 16,581 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 14,114 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 8,176 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2008 8,176 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2007 4,861 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 2,065 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL125V?

Based on 34,334 MOT tests across 2,948 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,948
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 966
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 805
Drive chain excessively loose 627
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 560
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 520
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EG03 XLC is a 2003 Honda XL125V in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL125V models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 16,764 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 XL125V fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 966 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EG03 XLC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL125V typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Honda XL125V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EG03 XLC registered?

EG03 XLC is a 2003 Honda XL125V, first registered on 19 August 2003.

Is EG03 XLC safe to buy?

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