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32,365 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()
chain dry needs oil
Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))
Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))
Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls does not come on with front brake. (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle sticks (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake hose not supported
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Front something loose inside tyre.
Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Central Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both forks (5.3.2 (b))
Central Rear Road spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))
Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Upper Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
left hand grip loose
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
left hand grip loose
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)
Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Offside Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
Rear Brake component is severely distorted (3.1.5)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
high beam warning light inoperative
rear tyre has a nail in it and already has a repair to a previous puncture
How Reliable is the Honda XL 125 V-4?
Based on 3,504 MOT tests across 301 vehicles.
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MF53 JHZ is a 2003 Honda XL 125 V-4 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 2003 Honda XL 125 V-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 20,488 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 XL 125 V-4 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MF53 JHZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Honda XL 125 V-4 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Honda XL 125 V-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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MF53 JHZ is a 2003 Honda XL 125 V-4, first registered on 10 December 2003.
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