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BU03 HZS

2003 Honda XL125V

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

19,351 mi
Last recorded19,351 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda XL125V16,764 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 HZS
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 19,351 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 18,902 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 16,770 miles

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

front and rear tyres cracking

Fail 7 Apr 2022 16,768 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Direction indicator not working front and rear (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

front and rear tyres cracking

Pass 9 Apr 2021 16,093 miles

Rear tyre cracking

Fail 9 Apr 2021 16,093 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear tyre cracking

Pass 19 Sep 2017 12,963 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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BU03 HZS is a 2003 Honda XL125V in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BU03 HZS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU03 HZS registered?

BU03 HZS is a 2003 Honda XL125V, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is BU03 HZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 HZS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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