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CU03 FMZ

2003 Honda XL125V

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2017
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

25,847 mi
Last recorded25,847 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Honda XL125V16,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU03 FMZ
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2016 25,847 miles

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

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play Lower shock pivot (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 1 Feb 2016 25,847 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil Both fork oil seals (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 21,001 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2015 21,001 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2013 5,660 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2013 5,660 miles

Inner Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Fail 11 Oct 2013 19,249 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear tyre has numerous cuts, not deep

Pass 26 Oct 2012 16,159 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Oct 2012 16,159 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 6,668 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 5,161 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 5,158 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 4,405 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 4,403 miles

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

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 2,691 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2007 897 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2007 862 miles

Offside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2006 733 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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CU03 FMZ is a 2003 Honda XL125V in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 CU03 FMZ, 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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CU03 FMZ is a 2003 Honda XL125V, first registered on 4 April 2003.

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