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FX53 YKG

2003 Honda XL125V

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

35,478 mi
Last recorded35,478 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda XL125V16,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 YKG
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 35,478 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 32,723 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 31,771 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 30,333 miles

Front Front tyre has slight perishing of sidewall

Pass 12 Jun 2021 25,119 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2020 23,644 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 22,322 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2016 21,719 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 13 Jul 2016 21,719 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 19,487 miles

Cut in rear tyre

Front & rear tyres perished

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

L/H position lamp inoperative

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 Jul 2015 19,484 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Cut in rear tyre

Front & rear tyres perished

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 15,303 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 15,303 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 10,008 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Oct 2012 9,804 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 9,598 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 5,998 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 8,789 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 7,856 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 6,766 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 6,766 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2007 5,592 miles

FRONT AND REAR BRAKES BINDING SLIGHTLY

Pass 26 Oct 2006 4,306 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL125V?

Based on 34,334 MOT tests across 2,948 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,948
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 966
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 805
Drive chain excessively loose 627
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 560
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 520
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FX53 YKG is a 2003 Honda XL125V in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL125V models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 16,764 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL125V fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 966 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX53 YKG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL125V typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Honda XL125V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FX53 YKG is a 2003 Honda XL125V, first registered on 8 November 2003.

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