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GM04 FNK

2004 Honda XL125V

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Honda XL125V16,151 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM04 FNK
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2026

Central Front Inner Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Upper Footrest insecure both rear foot pegs missing cotta/split pins (6.2.12 (a))

Central Lower Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both FRONT & REAR tyres splitting on side walls and in-between tread patterns (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle sticking at various point throughout rev range.. (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Upper Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Central Lower Wheel alignment slightly misaligned wheel alignment slightly out (2.4 (a))

Nearside Inner oil leak from sprocket output shaft.

Pass 18 Apr 2024

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Rear Outer Road spring corroded Shock absorber spring has surface corrosion. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Apr 2024

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Rear Outer Road spring corroded Shock absorber spring has surface corrosion. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2022

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 9 Aug 2022

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2020 28,771 miles

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

Rear Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened piston area (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Reduced front suspension damping.

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 8 Jul 2020 28,771 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened Piston area. (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 25 Mar 2020 28,753 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 24,373 miles

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

Fork dust seals corroded

Reduced damping on rear shockabsorber

Fail 9 Mar 2019 24,373 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Fork dust seals corroded

Reduced damping on rear shockabsorber

Pass 9 Mar 2018 20,439 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 9 Mar 2018 20,439 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 19,138 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 18,692 miles

Centre Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 16,553 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 13,741 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 10,528 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 7,795 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 4,821 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 2,363 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2007 1,952 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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GM04 FNK is a 2004 Honda XL125V in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL125V models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 16,151 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 XL125V fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 966 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GM04 FNK, 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 22 years old, this Honda XL125V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GM04 FNK is a 2004 Honda XL125V, first registered on 26 July 2004.

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