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LB53 CKN

2003 Honda SH125

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

37,182 mi
Last recorded37,182 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda SH12513,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB53 CKN
MakeHonda
ModelSH125
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 37,182 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 33,606 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 30,256 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 30,256 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 28,722 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 26,921 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 26,042 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 23,225 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2020 23,211 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 22,674 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 22,674 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2017 21,216 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 16,118 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 13,748 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 12,876 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 11,932 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 11,024 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 9,968 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2010 9,724 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 9,345 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 9,076 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 8,873 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SH125?

Based on 21,983 MOT tests across 2,406 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
1,394
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,406
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 489
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 235
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 206
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 192
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LB53 CKN is a 2003 Honda SH125 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 Honda SH125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 13,926 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda SH125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 489 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB53 CKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SH125 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Honda SH125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LB53 CKN registered?

LB53 CKN is a 2003 Honda SH125, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is LB53 CKN safe to buy?

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