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AU04 GXS

2004 Hartford HD-125L

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2024
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

617 mi
Last recorded617 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2023
Typical for 2004 Hartford HD-125L9,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 GXS
MakeHartford
ModelHD-125L
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2023 617 miles

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

Lower Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

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

rear cush drive worn

Fail 31 Mar 2023 617 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Lower Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

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

rear cush drive worn

Pass 9 Apr 2022 37 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2022 19 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 994 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 994 miles

Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2016 708 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear suspension is slightly sliff

slight play in clutch lever pivot

Pass 9 Apr 2015 12 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

slight play in the clutch lever pivot

the rear footpeg mounts are slightly worn

Pass 11 Apr 2013 17,415 miles

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

both rear foot rests are slopeing down and worn

gear lever loose

nearside mirror loose

nearside riders foot rest rubber missing

Fail 2 Apr 2013 17,415 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Lower Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Lower Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a) DANGEROUS

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

both rear foot rests are slopeing down and worn

gear lever loose

nearside mirror loose

nearside riders foot rest rubber missing

passengers grab handle loose and insecure

Pass 13 Jan 2012 17,415 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

centre stand low but hits stop

Pass 8 Feb 2011 14,630 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 14,630 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2010 13,073 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 13,073 miles

Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 9,448 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2009 9,448 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Centre Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Centre Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jan 2008 8,050 miles

How Reliable is the Hartford HD-125L?

Based on 1,712 MOT tests across 246 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
789
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
246
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 32
Drive chain excessively loose 28
Footrest missing 26
Drive chain worn to excess 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
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AU04 GXS is a 2004 Hartford HD-125L in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2004 Hartford HD-125L models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 9,448 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 Hartford HD-125L fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU04 GXS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hartford HD-125L typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Hartford HD-125L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AU04 GXS registered?

AU04 GXS is a 2004 Hartford HD-125L, first registered on 31 August 2004.

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