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CV03 EXR

2003 Honda XL125V

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

31,255 mi
Last recorded31,255 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Honda XL125V16,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV03 EXR
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2023 31,255 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement SWING ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2023 31,255 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement SWING ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 30,384 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2022 30,384 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 30,116 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 27,341 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 23,257 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2019 23,257 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Jun 2018 16,005 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 15,966 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 15,966 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 15,731 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 13,874 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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CV03 EXR is a 2003 Honda XL125V in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 CV03 EXR, 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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CV03 EXR is a 2003 Honda XL125V, first registered on 29 March 2003.

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