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FE05 HHW

2005 Honda XR125L

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

30,604 mi
Last recorded30,604 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda XR125L12,976 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 HHW
MakeHonda
ModelXR125L
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 30,604 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Chain guard missing ()

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

Pass 12 Sep 2024 28,289 miles

Front Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 23,166 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2023 23,166 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 22,146 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 22,146 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated fork oil (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

thick blue smoke when running

Pass 22 Jun 2021 20,129 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2017 20,098 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2015 20,046 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 20,046 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 19,799 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2014 19,793 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Pass 25 May 2012 18,151 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2011 15,442 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 11 May 2010 12,780 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2009 10,451 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 10,451 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2008 8,389 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 8,389 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda XR125L?

Based on 20,671 MOT tests across 2,254 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
1,158
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 466
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 459
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 347
reflector on motorcycle missing 331
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 314
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FE05 HHW is a 2005 Honda XR125L in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2005 Honda XR125L models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 12,976 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 XR125L fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 466 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE05 HHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR125L typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Honda XR125L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FE05 HHW registered?

FE05 HHW is a 2005 Honda XR125L, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is FE05 HHW safe to buy?

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