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RF04 EFX

2004 Honda Xr 125 L-4

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

12,773 mi
Last recorded12,773 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda Xr 125 L-413,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF04 EFX
MakeHonda
ModelXr 125 L-4
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 12,773 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive also dry (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Apr 2025 12,736 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive also dry (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2024 11,926 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 8,689 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 8,681 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 18 Sep 2017 8,681 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 8,440 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 7,711 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 7,320 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 6,916 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 6,056 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2007 3,502 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 3,502 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Honda Xr 125 L-4?

Based on 4,416 MOT tests across 459 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
1,173
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
459
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 104
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 90
reflector on motorcycle missing 81
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 80
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 69
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RF04 EFX is a 2004 Honda Xr 125 L-4 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Honda Xr 125 L-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 13,203 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Xr 125 L-4 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RF04 EFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Xr 125 L-4 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Honda Xr 125 L-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RF04 EFX registered?

RF04 EFX is a 2004 Honda Xr 125 L-4, first registered on 10 June 2004.

Is RF04 EFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF04 EFX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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