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EO52 BWW

2002 Honda XL125V

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

28,196 mi
Last recorded28,196 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2024
Typical for 2002 Honda XL125V19,578 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO52 BWW
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2024 28,196 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2024 28,196 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Dec 2023 25,253 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2023 25,253 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 24,123 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 23,619 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm offside pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 22,365 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm pivot offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2017 22,101 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Feb 2014 22,090 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2014 22,090 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 22,050 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 21,323 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 19,833 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2008 16,852 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 16,852 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 Jan 2007 13,200 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2006 12,185 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2006 12,185 miles

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

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

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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EO52 BWW is a 2002 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 2002 Honda XL125V models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 19,578 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 EO52 BWW, 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 24 years old, this Honda XL125V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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EO52 BWW is a 2002 Honda XL125V, first registered on 4 December 2002.

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