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DE53 LJL

2003 Honda FES125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Honda FES12515,004 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 LJL
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020
Fail 7 Oct 2020 17,158 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fail 18 Aug 2015 17,156 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil both (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Aug 2014 14,456 miles

Exhaust mounting bolt missing.

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

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

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

Pass 12 May 2012 14,101 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2012 14,068 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 12,729 miles

the front brake is very slightly binding the rear exuast trim is removed

Pass 28 Apr 2010 12,451 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 12,421 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 11,568 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 11,568 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2007 5,933 miles

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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DE53 LJL is a 2003 Honda FES125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DE53 LJL, 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 DE53 LJL registered?

DE53 LJL is a 2003 Honda FES125, first registered on 23 September 2003.

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