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CU03 KRV

2003 Honda XL125V

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

79,286 mi
Last recorded79,286 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda XL125V16,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU03 KRV
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 79,286 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 66,365 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2015 66,265 miles

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

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

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 55,537 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 50,805 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 39,383 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 39,383 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 30,268 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 25,780 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 20,304 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Fail 15 Oct 2009 20,244 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Nail in rear tyre

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

Fail 12 Oct 2009 20,208 miles

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

front tyre has punture repair

handle bars slightly bent

Fail 2 Oct 2009 20,208 miles

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

Front Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

front tyre has punture repair

handle bars slightly bent

Pass 23 Sep 2008 16,305 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2007 13,613 miles

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 9,123 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 9,123 miles

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

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 KRV is a 2003 Honda XL125V in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 KRV, 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 KRV is a 2003 Honda XL125V, first registered on 12 June 2003.

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