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BT05 EFR

2005 Honda XL125V

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

19,074 mi
Last recorded19,074 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda XL125V16,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 EFR
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 19,074 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 16,765 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 15,735 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 13,608 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 12,632 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear slight split on side wall on tyre

Pass 17 May 2019 12,445 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 11,468 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 10,563 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 May 2016 9,882 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 8,525 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 7,150 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 5,495 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 5,465 miles

Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

front tyre showing signs of perishing

Pass 27 Apr 2012 4,716 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 4,684 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 4,276 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 3,549 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 2,930 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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BT05 EFR is a 2005 Honda XL125V in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 BT05 EFR, 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

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What year was BT05 EFR registered?

BT05 EFR is a 2005 Honda XL125V, first registered on 28 May 2005.

Is BT05 EFR safe to buy?

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