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FE53 YWC

2003 Honda SES125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

10,407 mi
Last recorded10,407 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda SES12514,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 YWC
MakeHonda
ModelSES125
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 10,407 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 10,312 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 10,213 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 10,105 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2023 10,105 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2019 10,099 miles

Front partial separation of front tyre

Pass 29 Sep 2018 10,092 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 10,045 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 9,976 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 9,919 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 20 Sep 2014 9,699 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Sep 2014 9,699 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 9,671 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Sep 2012 9,244 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 8,294 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2011 8,294 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 7,299 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 6,074 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 4,849 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 2,365 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SES125?

Based on 38,216 MOT tests across 4,396 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
1,703
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
4,396
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 948
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 704
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 678
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 655
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 648
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FE53 YWC is a 2003 Honda SES125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Honda SES125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 14,879 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda SES125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 948 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE53 YWC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SES125 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Honda SES125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FE53 YWC registered?

FE53 YWC is a 2003 Honda SES125, first registered on 20 October 2003.

Is FE53 YWC safe to buy?

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