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FV53 ZVA

2004 Honda XL 125 V-4

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

18,794 mi
Last recorded18,794 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 Honda XL 125 V-417,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 ZVA
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-4
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2015 18,794 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 18,794 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 17,563 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 17,641 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 17,624 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Apr 2009 17,624 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 14,028 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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FV53 ZVA is a 2004 Honda XL 125 V-4 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 FV53 ZVA, 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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What year was FV53 ZVA registered?

FV53 ZVA is a 2004 Honda XL 125 V-4, first registered on 1 February 2004.

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