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FE05 RUJ

2005 Honda Xr 125 L-4

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

19,494 mi
Last recorded19,494 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda Xr 125 L-414,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 RUJ
MakeHonda
ModelXr 125 L-4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 19,494 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 19,460 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2021 19,355 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2021 19,348 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 19,156 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 18,583 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 16,959 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 16,940 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 11,487 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 23 Jun 2011 11,487 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 9,254 miles

handlebars slightly bent

Fail 21 Jun 2010 9,244 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

handlebars slightly bent

Pass 15 Feb 2008 8,966 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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FE05 RUJ is a 2005 Honda Xr 125 L-4 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FE05 RUJ, 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 FE05 RUJ registered?

FE05 RUJ is a 2005 Honda Xr 125 L-4, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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