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HW54 AEK

2004 Honda Xr 125 L-4

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

27,964 mi
Last recorded27,964 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda Xr 125 L-413,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW54 AEK
MakeHonda
ModelXr 125 L-4
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 27,964 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 26,402 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 18 Nov 2024 26,402 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2013 26,401 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 13 Dec 2013 26,401 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 7 Jul 2012 25,619 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2012 25,619 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 23,559 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 21,609 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2010 21,030 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 May 2009 16,474 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 15 May 2009 16,474 miles

Front Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 May 2008 11,095 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Xr 125 L-4?

Based on 4,416 MOT tests across 459 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
1,173
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
459
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 104
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 90
reflector on motorcycle missing 81
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 80
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 69
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HW54 AEK is a 2004 Honda Xr 125 L-4 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2004 Honda Xr 125 L-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 13,203 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 Xr 125 L-4 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HW54 AEK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Xr 125 L-4 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Honda Xr 125 L-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HW54 AEK registered?

HW54 AEK is a 2004 Honda Xr 125 L-4, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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