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2004 Honda XL 125 V-4

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Honda XL 125 V-417,457 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 DMV
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-4
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026
Pass 23 Jul 2025
Pass 18 Apr 2024
Fail 18 Apr 2024

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 35,748 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 33,154 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2021 33,154 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 31,532 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 31,521 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 30,194 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 29,232 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2016 28,109 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 24,926 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

rear brake pads unevenly worn

Fail 3 Jun 2014 24,024 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

rear brake pads unevenly worn

Pass 10 May 2013 20,791 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 17,786 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 17,786 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2010 17,656 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 17,629 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 13,308 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 17 Jul 2009 13,282 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 7,218 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 7,022 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 3 Jun 2008 7,015 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 4,243 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 4,243 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.B1a)

Nearside Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

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

How Reliable is the Honda XL 125 V-4?

Based on 3,504 MOT tests across 301 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
1,558
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 106
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 100
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 78
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 61
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AO53 DMV is a 2004 Honda XL 125 V-4 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL 125 V-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 17,457 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 XL 125 V-4 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO53 DMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 125 V-4 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Honda XL 125 V-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AO53 DMV is a 2004 Honda XL 125 V-4, first registered on 17 January 2004.

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