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DE03 VCG

2003 Honda FES125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

25,797 mi
Last recorded25,797 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Honda FES12515,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 VCG
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 25,797 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 25,757 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 25,582 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 25,522 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 25,434 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 25,434 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2010 25,309 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 25,280 miles

Inner Front Lower Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 24,765 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2007 22,467 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 22,465 miles

Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

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

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

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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

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

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2006 17,106 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 17,106 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda FES125?

Based on 22,568 MOT tests across 2,436 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
1,456
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 730
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 728
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 654
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 290
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 245
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DE03 VCG is a 2003 Honda FES125 in Blue 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 FES125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 15,004 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 FES125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DE03 VCG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda FES125 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Honda FES125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DE03 VCG registered?

DE03 VCG is a 2003 Honda FES125, first registered on 3 June 2003.

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