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AU54 VCE

2004 Honda XR125L

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

18,146 mi
Last recorded18,146 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda XR125L13,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU54 VCE
MakeHonda
ModelXR125L
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025 18,146 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 18,146 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 Apr 2021 18,146 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 18,146 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2020 18,146 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2018 33,452 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 31,963 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 30,230 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 26 Sep 2016 30,226 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play Swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2015 26,903 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 21,716 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 18,772 miles

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

exhaust system has been repaired

rear wheel bearing has slight play

Fail 12 Oct 2013 18,756 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

exhaust system has been repaired

rear wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 15 Oct 2012 15,520 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Sep 2012 15,470 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Offside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

gearchange lever loose

headlight loose

osr foot peg loose

rear alignment lock nuts not fully tightened

rear number plate cracked but readable

throttle misplaced

Pass 23 Sep 2011 9,828 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

split link on drive chain insecure

Fail 12 Sep 2011 9,828 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

indicators flash quickly

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

split link on drive chain insecure

temperary repair on exhaust+ blowing slightly

Pass 16 Sep 2010 8,667 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 6,574 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 4,296 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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AU54 VCE is a 2004 Honda XR125L in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 Honda XR125L models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 13,009 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 AU54 VCE, 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 22 years old, this Honda XR125L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AU54 VCE is a 2004 Honda XR125L, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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