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WK05 VWN

2005 Honda Xr 125 L-4

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

34,913 mi
Last recorded34,913 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda Xr 125 L-414,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK05 VWN
MakeHonda
ModelXr 125 L-4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 34,913 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 34,726 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2024 34,726 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Jul 2017 34,607 miles

Direction indicator damaged and function impaired all (1.5.3a)

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 30,976 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Front tyre perished

Rear tyre perished

Fail 23 Jul 2016 30,976 miles

Front Brake lever is inoperative (3.1.3c)

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

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

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

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

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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

Front tyre perished

Rear tyre perished

Pass 10 Feb 2015 29,744 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 10 Feb 2015 29,744 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 28,406 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 19,707 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2012 19,625 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Offside Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 11 May 2011 13,812 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 13,488 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

brake master cylinder top damaged

mirrors removed

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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WK05 VWN is a 2005 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 61.5%.

Across all 2005 Honda Xr 125 L-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 14,617 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 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 WK05 VWN, 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 21 years old, this Honda Xr 125 L-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WK05 VWN registered?

WK05 VWN is a 2005 Honda Xr 125 L-4, first registered on 17 August 2005.

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