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GN51 OVC

2001 Honda XL125V

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

44,337 mi
Last recorded44,337 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda XL125V18,310 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 OVC
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 44,337 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 44,213 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2022 44,194 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 43,051 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 43,010 miles

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock ON SCREEN ON BOTH LOCKS (2.1.4 (b))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 41,901 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 41,896 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 40,433 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 40,395 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

swing arm bearing slight free play

Fail 1 Jun 2019 40,392 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

swing arm bearing slight free play

Pass 3 Mar 2017 36,218 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2013 31,660 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 31,660 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 26,511 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 21,440 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 21,414 miles

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 17,000 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 10,542 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 6,674 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 2,872 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 467 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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GN51 OVC is a 2001 Honda XL125V in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Honda XL125V models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 18,310 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 GN51 OVC, 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 25 years old, this Honda XL125V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GN51 OVC registered?

GN51 OVC is a 2001 Honda XL125V, first registered on 30 September 2001.

Is GN51 OVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 OVC shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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