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DN05 UTL

2005 Honda Xr 125 L-4

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

25,464 mi
Last recorded25,464 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda Xr 125 L-414,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN05 UTL
MakeHonda
ModelXr 125 L-4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 25,464 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 25,335 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 24,741 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2024 24,741 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber missing (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber missing (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 24,419 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 23,701 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 23,655 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 23,237 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 21,835 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 24 Mar 2016 21,788 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute front and rear (1.5.1c)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 17,023 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 16,970 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2014 13,843 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2014 13,843 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 2 Mar 2013 12,465 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 12,465 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 8,978 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 7,297 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 6,709 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 UTL is a 2005 Honda Xr 125 L-4 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UTL, 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.

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What year was DN05 UTL registered?

DN05 UTL is a 2005 Honda Xr 125 L-4, first registered on 20 July 2005.

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The MOT history for DN05 UTL shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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