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MJ53 ADU

2003 Honda XL125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

32,569 mi
Last recorded32,569 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Honda XL12520,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ53 ADU
MakeHonda
ModelXL125
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 32,569 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2016 32,569 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 25,525 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

gear lever pivot worn and insecure

o/s fairing pannel clip damaged

Fail 9 Jul 2014 25,521 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

gear lever pivot worn and insecure

o/s fairing pannel clip damaged

Pass 4 Jun 2013 22,773 miles

Brake pedal is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

the chain is rusty

the front nearside footpeg rubber is missing

Pass 27 Mar 2012 17,705 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 17,705 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 12,871 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 10,555 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 28 Mar 2009 6,575 miles

Both the brakes are binding slightly, the rear tyre is showing signs of age

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 5,902 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Honda XL125?

Based on 4,974 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

78.3%
Pass Rate
346
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 91
reflector on motorcycle missing 62
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 48
Drive chain excessively loose 48
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 45
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MJ53 ADU is a 2003 Honda XL125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 20,920 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 XL125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MJ53 ADU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL125 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 23 years old, this Honda XL125 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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MJ53 ADU is a 2003 Honda XL125, first registered on 13 December 2003.

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