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GK53 VLM

2003 Honda XR125L

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

25,272 mi
Last recorded25,272 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Honda XR125L12,431 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK53 VLM
MakeHonda
ModelXR125L
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2022 25,272 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Aug 2022 25,266 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 25,215 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Nov 2020 25,215 miles

Front Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 24,422 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied Slightly (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 23,574 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Nov 2018 23,569 miles

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

Front Tyre is unsuitable Tyre marked N.H.S. = Not for highway service. And does not show any E mark, DOT mark or J.I.S. mark (5.2.3 (a))

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

Rear Tyre is unsuitable Tyre marked N.H.S. = Not for highway service. And does not show any E mark, DOT mark or J.I.S. mark (5.2.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 23,062 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 17,478 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 14,849 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 4 Apr 2015 14,846 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 11,839 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 9,204 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XR125L?

Based on 20,671 MOT tests across 2,254 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
1,158
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 466
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 459
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 347
reflector on motorcycle missing 331
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 314
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GK53 VLM is a 2003 Honda XR125L in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda XR125L models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 12,431 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 XR125L fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 466 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GK53 VLM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR125L typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Honda XR125L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GK53 VLM is a 2003 Honda XR125L, first registered on 11 October 2003.

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