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RA55 ESV

2005 Honda Fes 125-5

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

29,204 mi
Last recorded29,204 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Honda Fes 125-518,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA55 ESV
MakeHonda
ModelFes 125-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2021 29,204 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

position lights not working

Fail 15 Feb 2021 29,203 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

position lights not working

Pass 14 Feb 2020 27,391 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front tyre wearing uneven

Fail 13 Feb 2020 27,391 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front tyre wearing uneven

Pass 2 Feb 2019 25,581 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 24,609 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 23,110 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 21,747 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 21,747 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 19,893 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 18,234 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2014 18,234 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2013 16,531 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 15,123 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 13,493 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 12,027 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 10,622 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Fes 125-5?

Based on 652 MOT tests across 118 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
1,039
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
118
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 23
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
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RA55 ESV is a 2005 Honda Fes 125-5 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2005 Honda Fes 125-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 18,130 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 Fes 125-5 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RA55 ESV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Fes 125-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Fes 125-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RA55 ESV registered?

RA55 ESV is a 2005 Honda Fes 125-5, first registered on 28 October 2005.

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