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GL05 XGU

2005 Honda Sh 125-4

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

57,065 mi
Last recorded57,065 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Honda Sh 125-414,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 XGU
MakeHonda
ModelSh 125-4
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2019 57,065 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Jan 2017 56,820 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 46,144 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 40,560 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 40,051 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 39,996 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 39,993 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2012 37,838 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 37,838 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 26 May 2011 11,043 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 13,143 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 5 May 2010 13,020 miles

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

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 10,369 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 7,150 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Sh 125-4?

Based on 2,580 MOT tests across 253 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
1,279
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
253
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 79
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 41
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 33
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GL05 XGU is a 2005 Honda Sh 125-4 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2005 Honda Sh 125-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 14,088 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 Sh 125-4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL05 XGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Sh 125-4 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Sh 125-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GL05 XGU registered?

GL05 XGU is a 2005 Honda Sh 125-4, first registered on 23 July 2005.

Is GL05 XGU safe to buy?

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