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HW53 FNU

2003 Honda Ses 125-3

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2016
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

26,170 mi
Last recorded26,170 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Honda Ses 125-314,192 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW53 FNU
MakeHonda
ModelSes 125-3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2015 26,170 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 26,170 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2014 25,730 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 25,730 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fail 30 Aug 2013 23,235 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 23,235 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 22,013 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 20,216 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 20,214 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 19,523 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 13 Jul 2010 19,523 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 19,434 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 19,025 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 15,973 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 15,973 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Jul 2006 13,218 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 13,196 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

How Reliable is the Honda Ses 125-3?

Based on 4,524 MOT tests across 487 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
1,430
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
487
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 104
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 89
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 86
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 74
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 63
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HW53 FNU is a 2003 Honda Ses 125-3 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2003 Honda Ses 125-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 14,192 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 Ses 125-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HW53 FNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Ses 125-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Honda Ses 125-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HW53 FNU registered?

HW53 FNU is a 2003 Honda Ses 125-3, first registered on 10 September 2003.

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