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FE53 YWD

2003 Honda Ses 125-3

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

28,041 mi
Last recorded28,041 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Honda Ses 125-314,192 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 YWD
MakeHonda
ModelSes 125-3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2023 28,041 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 26,482 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 25,440 miles

Front top cowling insecure, missing mounting screws.

Fail 16 Sep 2021 25,440 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front top cowling insecure, missing mounting screws.

Pass 5 Feb 2020 24,472 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2020 24,472 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Feb 2019 23,189 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 21,750 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2018 21,750 miles

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

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

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly Does not return. (6.2.1f)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 19,859 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2015 18,451 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 16,864 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 15,477 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 11,798 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 11,779 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 10,470 miles

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

cut in rear tyre. tread on limit

Pass 22 Oct 2010 7,930 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 5,802 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 2,495 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 838 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 431 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Ses 125-3?

Based on 4,524 MOT tests across 487 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
1,430
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
487
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 104
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 89
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 86
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 74
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 63
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FE53 YWD is a 2003 Honda Ses 125-3 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2003 Honda Ses 125-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 14,192 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 Ses 125-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE53 YWD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Ses 125-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Honda Ses 125-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FE53 YWD registered?

FE53 YWD is a 2003 Honda Ses 125-3, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is FE53 YWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE53 YWD shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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