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AV04 RKJ

2004 Honda XR125L

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,524 mi
Last recorded28,524 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda XR125L13,009 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV04 RKJ
MakeHonda
ModelXR125L
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 28,524 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

no rear footrests fitted offroader

Pass 13 Nov 2024 28,366 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

no rear foot pegs fitted , offroader!

Pass 21 Nov 2023 27,363 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose various (5.2.2 (d))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame has been modified to fit a non orignial engine some has been cut away to fit engine does have many engine mountings holding it in and seems very solid at time of testing !!!!non standard front engine mounting fitted (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

off roader no rear pegs fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2022 33,414 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 29 Jul 2021 25,895 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

chain guard missing and front sprocket cover missing

Fail 28 Jul 2021 25,894 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

chain guard missing and front sprocket cover missing

Pass 24 Jun 2020 23,661 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2020 23,661 miles

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Jul 2019 23,620 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe to head (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick outer pad (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 22,662 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 22,082 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake master cylinder slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play shock (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 16 Nov 2015 22,082 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake master cylinder slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play shock (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 17,836 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 8 Nov 2014 17,836 miles

Brake fluid reservoir severely damaged (3.2.B1b)

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

Pass 9 Nov 2013 12,190 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 10,795 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 9,442 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 8,395 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 7,074 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 6,218 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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AV04 RKJ is a 2004 Honda XR125L in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AV04 RKJ, 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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AV04 RKJ is a 2004 Honda XR125L, first registered on 7 May 2004.

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