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EO54 RAU

2004 Honda XL125V

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

36,659 mi
Last recorded36,659 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda XL125V16,151 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO54 RAU
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 36,659 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 32,967 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 29,854 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 26,709 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 25,952 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 24,778 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2020 24,770 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2019 24,370 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2019 24,370 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 21,451 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 19,538 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 18,056 miles

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

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front tyre starting to perish

Nearside h/bar grip slightly insecure

Rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 14 Jul 2015 17,560 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 16,705 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 15,715 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 15,694 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 14,799 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 13,741 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 13,363 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 13,076 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 12,772 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Jan 2008 11,475 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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EO54 RAU is a 2004 Honda XL125V in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 EO54 RAU, 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 EO54 RAU registered?

EO54 RAU is a 2004 Honda XL125V, first registered on 3 December 2004.

Is EO54 RAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO54 RAU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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