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PN03 PHA

2003 Hongdou 125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

1,311 mi
Last recorded1,311 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Hongdou 1255,146 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN03 PHA
MakeHongdou
Model125
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Aug 2012 1,311 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

extra speedo fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2012 1,311 miles

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

extra speedo fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2011 1,138 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 901 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 901 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2006 656 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 19 Apr 2006 656 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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PN03 PHA is a 2003 Hongdou 125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 PN03 PHA, 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 PN03 PHA registered?

PN03 PHA is a 2003 Hongdou 125, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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