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DF03 TCU

2003 Honda XR125L

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,568 mi
Last recorded22,568 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Honda XR125L12,431 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 TCU
MakeHonda
ModelXR125L
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2015 22,568 miles

no chain guard fitted

no indicators fitted

no mirrors fitted

Fail 11 Sep 2015 22,561 miles

Centre Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on side light (1.1.3a)

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly idle speed to high (6.2.1f)

front frame bolts near engine loose

no chain guard fitted

no indicators fitted

no mirrors fitted

Fail 4 Sep 2014 18,216 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Chain guard missing

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

near side chain / engine cover loose

no indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 4 Sep 2014 18,216 miles

Chain guard missing

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

near side chain / engine cover loose

no indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Aug 2013 16,065 miles

Chain guard missing

bolt missing from front engine mounting bracket

rear no plate damaged

Fail 22 Aug 2013 16,065 miles

Chain guard missing

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

bolt missing from front engine mounting bracket

rear no plate damaged

Pass 18 Aug 2012 30,407 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 20,760 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 20,760 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2010 12,773 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 9,755 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 9,755 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 6,212 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 6,118 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 6,109 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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DF03 TCU is a 2003 Honda XR125L in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 DF03 TCU, 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 DF03 TCU registered?

DF03 TCU is a 2003 Honda XR125L, first registered on 8 August 2003.

Is DF03 TCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 TCU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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