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DG03 GAA

2003 Honda XL125V

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

33,864 mi
Last recorded33,864 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Honda XL125V16,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 GAA
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2022 33,864 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 33,529 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Oct 2020 33,529 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 May 2019 30,005 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 24,982 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 20,687 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2017 20,660 miles

Nearside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 20,133 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 20,133 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 20,095 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 20,095 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2013 19,778 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2012 19,769 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 19,686 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 19,491 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 17,774 miles

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

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 4 Aug 2009 17,774 miles

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

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

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 14,493 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 14,493 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 13,819 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 9 May 2007 13,819 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2006 12,350 miles

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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DG03 GAA is a 2003 Honda XL125V in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DG03 GAA, 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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DG03 GAA is a 2003 Honda XL125V, first registered on 4 March 2003.

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