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DN05 UTB

2005 Honda Xr 125 L-4

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

20,823 mi
Last recorded20,823 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda Xr 125 L-414,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN05 UTB
MakeHonda
ModelXr 125 L-4
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 20,823 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 20,591 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 20,558 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 20,558 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 20,555 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 20,474 miles

Brake pivot worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 20,111 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 196,663 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 16 Jun 2017 19,637 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 19,077 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 25 Jun 2016 19,047 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 May 2015 18,269 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 17,147 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 15,332 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 11,612 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 11,612 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 3,333 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Xr 125 L-4?

Based on 4,416 MOT tests across 459 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
1,173
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
459
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 104
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 90
reflector on motorcycle missing 81
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 80
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 69
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DN05 UTB is a 2005 Honda Xr 125 L-4 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2005 Honda Xr 125 L-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 14,617 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Xr 125 L-4 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DN05 UTB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Xr 125 L-4 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Xr 125 L-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DN05 UTB registered?

DN05 UTB is a 2005 Honda Xr 125 L-4, first registered on 1 July 2005.

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The MOT history for DN05 UTB shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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