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BF05 VFS

2005 Honda XL125V

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2015
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

27,008 mi
Last recorded27,008 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Honda XL125V16,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 VFS
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2014 27,008 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 9 Mar 2014 27,008 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Chain guard missing

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 14 Dec 2013 26,993 miles

Centre Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2012 25,730 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 25,730 miles

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

light switch working backwards. high beam illuminates on dipped beam and vice versa.

nearside headlamp bulb not working on dipped beam.

Pass 18 Jul 2011 19,602 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 19,602 miles

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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
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BF05 VFS is a 2005 Honda XL125V in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BF05 VFS, 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.

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What year was BF05 VFS registered?

BF05 VFS is a 2005 Honda XL125V, first registered on 19 May 2005.

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