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AV53 UGK

2003 Honda XR125L

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,152 mi
Last recorded31,152 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda XR125L12,431 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 UGK
MakeHonda
ModelXR125L
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 31,152 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Jul 2025 31,152 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 30,977 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 30,789 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 30,789 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 30,425 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2019 30,077 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 29,119 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 28,578 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 28,150 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 27,057 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 26,002 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2011 24,758 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 24,758 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 22,563 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 6 Nov 2010 22,496 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 19,103 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 15 Oct 2009 19,102 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 14,723 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2006 14,354 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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AV53 UGK is a 2003 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 2003 Honda XR125L models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 12,431 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 AV53 UGK, 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 AV53 UGK registered?

AV53 UGK is a 2003 Honda XR125L, first registered on 22 November 2003.

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