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CE53 MXC

2003 Honda Xr 125 L-3

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,963 mi
Last recorded13,963 miles
Recorded on25 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Honda Xr 125 L-311,109 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 MXC
MakeHonda
ModelXr 125 L-3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2024 13,963 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2023 12,535 miles

front master cylinder seals notchy

Pass 20 May 2022 10,722 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 9,158 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 9 Jun 2021 9,158 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2020 8,508 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 6,846 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 3,282 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 3,282 miles

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. swing arm (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 3 Jan 2009 7,518 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 5,905 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 5,892 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

wheel alignment chain tight †no chain guard †

How Reliable is the Honda Xr 125 L-3?

Based on 666 MOT tests across 143 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
995
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
Drive chain worn to excess 14
Drive chain excessively loose 12
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CE53 MXC is a 2003 Honda Xr 125 L-3 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Honda Xr 125 L-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 11,109 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 Xr 125 L-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CE53 MXC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Xr 125 L-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Honda Xr 125 L-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CE53 MXC registered?

CE53 MXC is a 2003 Honda Xr 125 L-3, first registered on 13 September 2003.

Is CE53 MXC safe to buy?

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