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KY53 VBG

2003 Honda VT125C

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

7,200 mi
Last recorded7,200 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Honda VT125C11,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY53 VBG
MakeHonda
ModelVT125C
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2015 7,200 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 5,136 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 5,130 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 3,434 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 3,434 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 1,193 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 1,193 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 1,061 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 987 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 924 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VT125C?

Based on 15,200 MOT tests across 1,388 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
917
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 446
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 320
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 315
Drive chain excessively loose 275
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 245
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KY53 VBG is a 2003 Honda VT125C in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2003 Honda VT125C models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 11,970 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 VT125C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 446 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KY53 VBG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT125C typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VT125C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KY53 VBG registered?

KY53 VBG is a 2003 Honda VT125C, first registered on 13 September 2003.

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