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GJ54 VGO

2004 Honda Xr 125 L-4

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

48,658 mi
Last recorded48,658 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda Xr 125 L-413,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ54 VGO
MakeHonda
ModelXr 125 L-4
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 48,658 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 46,566 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 19 Oct 2017 46,565 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 44,269 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 41,758 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 38,458 miles

steering bars bent

Fail 17 Jan 2014 13,793 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 13,793 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Dec 2013 33,204 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 24,797 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 21,250 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2011 16,865 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2010 10,012 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 6 Mar 2010 10,012 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 1,859 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda Xr 125 L-4?

Based on 4,416 MOT tests across 459 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
1,173
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
459
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 104
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 90
reflector on motorcycle missing 81
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 80
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 69
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GJ54 VGO is a 2004 Honda Xr 125 L-4 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2004 Honda Xr 125 L-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 13,203 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 Xr 125 L-4 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ54 VGO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was GJ54 VGO registered?

GJ54 VGO is a 2004 Honda Xr 125 L-4, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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