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AE04 BNF

2004 Honda XL125V

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

17,688 mi
Last recorded17,688 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda XL125V16,151 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE04 BNF
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 17,688 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 15,431 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 15,406 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 15,303 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 15,216 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 15,077 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 15,024 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 14,899 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 May 2013 14,762 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 May 2012 13,507 miles

LH headlamp dip beam not working

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 May 2012 13,507 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

LH headlamp dip beam not working

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 11,808 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 3 Mar 2011 11,808 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 Feb 2011 11,808 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Swingarm has slight play

Pass 14 Jul 2009 8,336 miles

Centre Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 24 Feb 2009 8,336 miles

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2008 5,062 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 3,387 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL125V?

Based on 34,334 MOT tests across 2,948 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,948
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 966
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 805
Drive chain excessively loose 627
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 560
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 520
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AE04 BNF is a 2004 Honda XL125V in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL125V models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 16,151 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL125V fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 966 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE04 BNF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL125V typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Honda XL125V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AE04 BNF is a 2004 Honda XL125V, first registered on 9 March 2004.

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