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KN52 XJO

2003 Hongdou 125

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

16,681 mi
Last recorded16,681 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Hongdou 1255,146 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN52 XJO
MakeHongdou
Model125
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 16,681 miles

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Nearside Chain guard missing ()

Nearside Front Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 May 2017 16,669 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 16,669 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 16,657 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 2,535 miles

no ignition switch fitted at time of test

number plate is damaged but not likely to be misread

Fail 20 Aug 2013 2,535 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt missing (2.1.1a)

no ignition switch fitted at time of test

number plate is damaged but not likely to be misread

Pass 26 May 2011 2,070 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 May 2011 2,070 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Aug 2009 2,065 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Aug 2009 2,065 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 2,065 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 2,065 miles

Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 2,065 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 2,065 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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KN52 XJO is a 2003 Hongdou 125 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 KN52 XJO, 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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What year was KN52 XJO registered?

KN52 XJO is a 2003 Hongdou 125, first registered on 1 February 2003.

Is KN52 XJO safe to buy?

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