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DF03 HKC

2003 Honda XL125V

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,734 mi
Last recorded34,734 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2013
Typical for 2003 Honda XL125V16,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 HKC
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2013 34,734 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 15 Apr 2013 34,734 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 May 2012 30,298 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2012 30,298 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 23,819 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 20,511 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2009 20,500 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

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

bars hit tank and fairing on full lock

Pass 6 Nov 2008 17,616 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 16,925 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 13,814 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 13,796 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2006 10,050 miles

front brake dragging slightly

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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DF03 HKC is a 2003 Honda XL125V in Silver 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 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 DF03 HKC, 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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What year was DF03 HKC registered?

DF03 HKC is a 2003 Honda XL125V, first registered on 4 July 2003.

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