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DE53 DAA

2003 Honda XR125L

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

22,192 mi
Last recorded22,192 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Honda XR125L12,431 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 DAA
MakeHonda
ModelXR125L
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2015 22,192 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2015 22,192 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play REAR SHOCK ABSORBER BUSH (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2014 21,316 miles

SEE ADVISORY NOTICE TEST NUMBER 897992784287

Fail 9 Oct 2014 21,310 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 20,026 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 20,251 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2012 17,448 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front sprocket cover broken

Fail 8 Sep 2012 17,421 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front sprocket cover broken

Fail 8 Sep 2012 17,408 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 15,599 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

number plate light missing

Pass 10 Sep 2010 14,092 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 10 Sep 2010 14,092 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 10,065 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Fail 1 Sep 2009 9,967 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Fail 30 Aug 2008 7,099 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 7,099 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2007 5,603 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 5,052 miles

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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DE53 DAA is a 2003 Honda XR125L in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 DE53 DAA, 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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DE53 DAA is a 2003 Honda XR125L, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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