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AO53 DJU

2003 Honda XR125L

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

28,797 mi
Last recorded28,797 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda XR125L12,431 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 DJU
MakeHonda
ModelXR125L
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 28,797 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 28,016 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Front both fork stantions heavily pitted

Rear Upper Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame at seat/mudguard area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 26,609 miles

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

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm bushes slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 26,546 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame showing signs of corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 26,497 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Main frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Small engine oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 25,791 miles

Front tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions

Nearside Front clutch stiff in operation

Fail 6 Sep 2018 25,777 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions

Nearside Front clutch stiff in operation

Pass 11 Sep 2017 22,642 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 4 Sep 2017 22,569 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 18,161 miles

handle grips in poor condition

Fail 25 Aug 2016 18,084 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

handle grips in poor condition

spilt link not fitted correctly

Pass 18 Aug 2015 13,254 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 9,410 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 9,410 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 7,590 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 4,727 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 4,727 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 3,948 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 2,921 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 2,221 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 1,576 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XR125L?

Based on 20,671 MOT tests across 2,254 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
1,158
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 466
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 459
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 347
reflector on motorcycle missing 331
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 314
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AO53 DJU is a 2003 Honda XR125L in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda XR125L models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 12,431 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XR125L fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 466 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO53 DJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR125L typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Honda XR125L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AO53 DJU is a 2003 Honda XR125L, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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