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GU04 UPJ

2004 Honda XL125V

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

6,953 mi
Last recorded6,953 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda XL125V16,151 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU04 UPJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 6,953 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2025 5,555 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 5,060 miles

Front Upper Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber corroded

Fail 7 Aug 2023 5,050 miles

Front Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member between town uprights of frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced upper frame area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

rear shock absorber corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2022 4,550 miles

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

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

Front fork gators fitted

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

Fail 5 Jul 2022 4,550 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Front fork gators fitted

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

Pass 10 Jun 2021 4,087 miles

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

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

Rear tyre cracking in tread.

fork gators fitted.

gear lever pivot worn

Pass 20 Apr 2020 3,330 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 2,375 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 28,993 miles

Central Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 25 Jul 2018 28,993 miles

Central Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2017 26,327 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 21 Jul 2017 26,327 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 24,211 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 19 Jul 2016 24,211 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 22,348 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 20,968 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 19,793 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 18,328 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 16,213 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 14,058 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 13,766 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 9 Jun 2009 13,766 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 10,603 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 10,602 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2007 9,071 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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GU04 UPJ is a 2004 Honda XL125V in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 GU04 UPJ, 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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GU04 UPJ is a 2004 Honda XL125V, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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