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AV04 JLX

2004 Honda XL 125 V-4

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,435 mi
Last recorded39,435 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda XL 125 V-417,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV04 JLX
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-4
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 39,435 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2026 39,365 miles

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

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 39,132 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2024 39,132 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2023 38,860 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 38,231 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 35,936 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 31,523 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 29,113 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

both front and rear brake discs worn.

front and rear brakes binding slightly.

rear tyre perrished.

Pass 16 Mar 2013 24,015 miles

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

pillion footpeg no able to be used

top box insecure

Fail 16 Mar 2013 24,015 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

pillion footpeg no able to be used

top box insecure

Pass 15 Mar 2012 19,666 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 16,293 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 13,539 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 12,087 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

gear lever pivot loose

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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AV04 JLX is a 2004 Honda XL 125 V-4 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AV04 JLX, 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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AV04 JLX is a 2004 Honda XL 125 V-4, first registered on 2 March 2004.

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