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HK06 HDF

2006 Honda XL 125 V-6

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

26,730 mi
Last recorded26,730 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Honda XL 125 V-615,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK06 HDF
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-6
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 26,730 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 24,119 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2024 24,118 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear tyre has slight perishing between treads

gear change pedal pivot slightly loose

Pass 6 Nov 2023 20,265 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2023 20,265 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2022

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

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

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

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

Fail 12 Mar 2022

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

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak oil running down fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake master cylinder insecure master cylinder reservoir resting on exhaust (1.1.10 (c))

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021
Fail 16 Mar 2021

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Direction indicator not working Both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2019
Pass 5 Dec 2017 18,399 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 14,840 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 11,260 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 10,458 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 9,597 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 20 Aug 2013 9,597 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 8,958 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 7,221 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

origional test carried out in wrong test class

Pass 30 Aug 2011 7,221 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 5,153 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 4,647 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda XL 125 V-6?

Based on 2,450 MOT tests across 234 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
1,291
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
234
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 57
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 52
Drive chain excessively loose 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34
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HK06 HDF is a 2006 Honda XL 125 V-6 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2006 Honda XL 125 V-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 15,068 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 XL 125 V-6 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HK06 HDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 125 V-6 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Honda XL 125 V-6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HK06 HDF registered?

HK06 HDF is a 2006 Honda XL 125 V-6, first registered on 15 June 2006.

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