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AU53 SDX

2003 Honda XR125L

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

29,618 mi
Last recorded29,618 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda XR125L12,431 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 SDX
MakeHonda
ModelXR125L
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 29,618 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 28,724 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 25,275 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 22,682 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 22,682 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 May 2016 21,428 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 4 May 2016 21,428 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 18,625 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 18,625 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 16,277 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Jan 2012 16,277 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fail 2 Feb 2011 13,201 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 13,201 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 9,463 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 8,306 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

chain dry and slight corrsion

front forks slightly pitted

Fail 30 Nov 2007 8,306 miles

Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

chain dry and slight corrsion

front forks slightly pitted

Pass 21 Sep 2006 8,025 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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AU53 SDX is a 2003 Honda XR125L in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AU53 SDX, 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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What year was AU53 SDX registered?

AU53 SDX is a 2003 Honda XR125L, first registered on 15 September 2003.

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