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CX53 MME

2003 Honda XR125L

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,481 mi
Last recorded11,481 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda XR125L12,431 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 MME
MakeHonda
ModelXR125L
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 11,481 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

main beam tell tale

Pass 7 Jun 2024 11,466 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 5 Jun 2024 11,439 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Headlamp aim too low adjuster not fitted (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2023 9,413 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 18,460 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 18,460 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2017 13,209 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 11,280 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 10,372 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 37,397 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 29,057 miles

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

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2011 29,057 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 27,530 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 27,530 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

handle bars slightly bent

Pass 10 Sep 2009 21,834 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 10 Sep 2009 21,834 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 14,167 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 14,167 miles

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 11,024 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 9,145 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear tyre is starting to crack between tread

Fail 4 Sep 2006 9,145 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear tyre is starting to crack between tread.

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Honda XR125L?

Based on 20,671 MOT tests across 2,254 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
1,158
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 466
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 459
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 347
reflector on motorcycle missing 331
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 314
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CX53 MME is a 2003 Honda XR125L in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Honda XR125L models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 12,431 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 XR125L fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 466 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CX53 MME, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR125L typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Honda XR125L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CX53 MME registered?

CX53 MME is a 2003 Honda XR125L, first registered on 11 September 2003.

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