CarVerify

Free Car Check

AX05 HLA

2005 Honda XL125V

Silver Petrol 125cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,683 mi
Last recorded32,683 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda XL125V16,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 HLA
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 32,683 miles

Front tyre cracking on walls , perished

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

Fail 5 Aug 2025 32,652 miles

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

Front Brake performance unable to be tested disc fractured (1.2.1 (g))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front tyre cracking on walls , perished

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

Pass 27 Aug 2024 31,225 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 28,367 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 28,363 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 27,711 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 26,448 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 19,319 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 14,729 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 10,419 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 Sep 2013 10,398 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 24 Mar 2012 7,058 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 7,058 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 4,825 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2009 3,520 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL125V?

Based on 34,334 MOT tests across 2,948 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,948
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 966
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 805
Drive chain excessively loose 627
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 560
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 520
Full Honda XL125V reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AX05 HLA is a 2005 Honda XL125V in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL125V models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 16,742 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL125V fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 966 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AX05 HLA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL125V typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Honda XL125V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AX05 HLA?

You can check the full history of AX05 HLA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AX05 HLA registered?

AX05 HLA is a 2005 Honda XL125V, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is AX05 HLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX05 HLA shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AX05 HLA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AX05 HLA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.