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DG54 MHM

2004 Honda XL125V

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

39,955 mi
Last recorded39,955 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2022
Typical for 2004 Honda XL125V16,151 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG54 MHM
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2022 39,955 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

FRONT SPROCKET RETAINING FIXING BROKEN BUT STILL SECURE

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2022 39,936 miles

Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

FRONT SPROCKET RETAINING FIXING BROKEN BUT STILL SECURE

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 32,145 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2021 32,135 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

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

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 26,777 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2019 26,284 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Fail 11 May 2019 26,284 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 25,760 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated at "y" pipe (7.1.1a)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired beam image weak (1.2.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear tyre sidewall has small cracks

Fail 14 Jun 2016 25,760 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated at "y" pipe (7.1.1a)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired beam image weak (1.2.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear tyre sidewall has small cracks

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 24,292 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Nearside Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

handlebars slightly bent

Fail 16 Jun 2015 24,292 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Nearside Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

handlebars slightly bent

Pass 2 Nov 2013 23,003 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 20,090 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 17,642 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 17,637 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 17,480 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2009 17,288 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 14,061 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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DG54 MHM is a 2004 Honda XL125V in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL125V models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 16,151 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 DG54 MHM, 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 22 years old, this Honda XL125V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DG54 MHM is a 2004 Honda XL125V, first registered on 8 November 2004.

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