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GV53 YDG

2003 Honda XL 125 V-4

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

38,343 mi
Last recorded38,343 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda XL 125 V-420,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 YDG
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-4
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 38,343 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2025 33,216 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022 32,864 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2022 32,864 miles

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

Front Brake grabbing severely Front brake cannot be applied smoothly. (1.2.1 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Suspension component modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 30,789 miles

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

slight binding on front brake.

Pass 4 Sep 2019 29,640 miles

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

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2019 29,639 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2018 23,334 miles

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))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 19,509 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 15,579 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 9,957 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2010 9,957 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 5,719 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 4,337 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 3,617 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 1,249 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 125 V-4?

Based on 3,504 MOT tests across 301 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
1,558
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 106
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 100
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 78
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 61
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GV53 YDG is a 2003 Honda XL 125 V-4 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL 125 V-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 20,488 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL 125 V-4 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV53 YDG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 125 V-4 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Honda XL 125 V-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GV53 YDG is a 2003 Honda XL 125 V-4, first registered on 6 December 2003.

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