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EK53 TEU

2004 Honda XL125V

Purple Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,086 mi
Last recorded40,086 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2022
Typical for 2004 Honda XL125V16,151 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 TEU
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2004
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2022 40,086 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 11,480 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 9,379 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 32,936 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 32,936 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 29,112 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 27,454 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 25,052 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2011 22,137 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2011 22,137 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 16,151 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 16,151 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

n/s fairing loose

Pass 15 Apr 2009 8,301 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 7,496 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 6,882 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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EK53 TEU is a 2004 Honda XL125V in Purple with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EK53 TEU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK53 TEU registered?

EK53 TEU is a 2004 Honda XL125V, first registered on 6 January 2004.

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