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BF53 YYT

2003 Honda XL125V

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2022
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

44,386 mi
Last recorded44,386 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Honda XL125V16,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 YYT
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2021 44,386 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2021 44,386 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 43,776 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 31,290 miles

slight binding front brake

Fail 22 Jul 2019 31,271 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess front & rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

slight binding front brake

Pass 16 Jul 2018 28,239 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 28,219 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released outer lights (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jun 2017 25,711 miles

Rear Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 27 May 2016 18,590 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 15,352 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 13,889 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

brake lever end broken off

Pass 20 May 2013 12,113 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2012 9,826 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 9,820 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 20 May 2011 9,764 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 9,764 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 9,764 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 9,761 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2008 9,749 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 9,746 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 9,410 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 9,410 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2007 9,398 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 19 Aug 2006 8,881 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2006 8,881 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
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BF53 YYT is a 2003 Honda XL125V in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL125V models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 16,764 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 BF53 YYT, 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 23 years old, this Honda XL125V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BF53 YYT is a 2003 Honda XL125V, first registered on 5 September 2003.

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