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LC53 PYY

2003 Honda XL 125 V-4

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,594 mi
Last recorded43,594 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda XL 125 V-420,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 PYY
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-4
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2026 43,594 miles

Handlebar slightly corroded (2.2.1 (c) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 May 2025 38,310 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 37,050 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 36,629 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2021 35,134 miles

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

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 34,022 miles

condition of front and rear tyres

nearside front fork stanchion

Pass 17 Jul 2018 33,971 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 33,733 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 32,948 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 31,396 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 29,721 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 25,231 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 21,145 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 16,526 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 12,583 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 9,872 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 8,070 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 6,376 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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LC53 PYY is a 2003 Honda XL 125 V-4 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LC53 PYY, 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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What year was LC53 PYY registered?

LC53 PYY is a 2003 Honda XL 125 V-4, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is LC53 PYY safe to buy?

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