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HX53 YTF

2003 Hongdou 125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

22,455 mi
Last recorded22,455 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Hongdou 1255,146 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 YTF
MakeHongdou
Model125
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2019 22,455 miles

2 of the foot rest bolts missing but still secure

Nearside Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

exhaust silencer is very close to back wheel

Fail 11 Dec 2019 22,454 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

2 of the foot rest bolts missing but still secure

Nearside Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

exhaust silencer is very close to back wheel

Pass 1 Nov 2018 21,797 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2018 21,797 miles

Front Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 21,122 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 17,406 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2012 15,471 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 28 Apr 2012 15,471 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 14,802 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 May 2009 9,897 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 8,673 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 19 Jun 2008 8,673 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2006 6,385 miles

How Reliable is the Hongdou 125?

Based on 746 MOT tests across 183 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
733
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Headlamp aim too high 17
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 14
Wheel spoke excessively loose 14
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HX53 YTF is a 2003 Hongdou 125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2003 Hongdou 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 5,146 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 Hongdou 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX53 YTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hongdou 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Hongdou 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HX53 YTF is a 2003 Hongdou 125, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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