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DG52 JGF

2003 Honda XL125V

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,237 mi
Last recorded66,237 miles
Recorded on6 May 2020
Typical for 2003 Honda XL125V16,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 JGF
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 May 2020 66,237 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Rear tyre has light cracking but not deep enough to see ply or cord

Fail 6 May 2020 66,237 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Rear tyre has light cracking but not deep enough to see ply or cord

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 59,251 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 53,557 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 53,547 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 50,842 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 37,237 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 35,507 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 35,507 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to excessive wear (3.2.A1i)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 21,245 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2010 21,245 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 16,074 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2009 16,074 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

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)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2008 12,057 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 11,955 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 7,674 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 7,658 miles

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

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

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

Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Apr 2006 7,644 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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DG52 JGF is a 2003 Honda XL125V in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 DG52 JGF, 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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DG52 JGF is a 2003 Honda XL125V, first registered on 14 February 2003.

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