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FG04 YKH

2004 Honda XL 125 V-4

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

35,632 mi
Last recorded35,632 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda XL 125 V-417,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG04 YKH
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-4
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 35,632 miles

Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2026 35,632 miles

Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2024 32,328 miles

Rear Upper Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2024 32,328 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Upper Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 30,793 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 29,066 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 5,976 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 5,976 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 May 2018 21,795 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 21,508 miles
Pass 2 May 2016 21,084 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2015 18,753 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 16,808 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 May 2014 16,808 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 31 May 2013 14,661 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 May 2013 14,661 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 125 V-4?

Based on 3,504 MOT tests across 301 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
1,558
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 106
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 100
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 78
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 61
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FG04 YKH is a 2004 Honda XL 125 V-4 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL 125 V-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 17,457 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 XL 125 V-4 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG04 YKH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 125 V-4 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Honda XL 125 V-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FG04 YKH is a 2004 Honda XL 125 V-4, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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