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AU05 XEV

2005 Honda FES125

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

27,838 mi
Last recorded27,838 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Honda FES12514,716 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 XEV
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2019 27,838 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 24,809 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Sep 2018 24,809 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2017 21,368 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 20,713 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2016 20,713 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 19,495 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 12 Jun 2015 19,495 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 18,047 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 14,524 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Mar 2012 8,033 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 8,033 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 2,142 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 2,142 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 2,132 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 1,947 miles

How Reliable is the Honda FES125?

Based on 22,568 MOT tests across 2,436 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
1,456
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 730
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 728
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 654
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 290
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 245
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AU05 XEV is a 2005 Honda FES125 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2005 Honda FES125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 14,716 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 FES125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU05 XEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda FES125 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Honda FES125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU05 XEV registered?

AU05 XEV is a 2005 Honda FES125, first registered on 24 May 2005.

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