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LG09 EDL

2009 Honda Varadero

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

35,724 mi
Last recorded35,724 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda Varadero16,754 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG09 EDL
MakeHonda
ModelVaradero
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 35,724 miles

Central Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 21 Oct 2025 35,724 miles

Central Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2024 33,499 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2024 33,499 miles

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

Central Front Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2023 31,580 miles

Central Front Mudguard insecure mudguard has sharp edge ()

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Jul 2023 31,520 miles

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

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

Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Central Front Mudguard insecure mudguard has sharp edge ()

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 27,710 miles

Central Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2022 27,710 miles

Central Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central Rear Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake pedal is so short that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Central Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear chain guard insecure

Pass 15 Jul 2021 24,054 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 22,468 miles

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 21,281 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 11 Apr 2019 21,281 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 19,943 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 5 Apr 2018 19,943 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Mar 2017 17,449 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 6 Mar 2017 17,449 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 14,497 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 14,497 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 11,205 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2014 9,215 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2013 7,113 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 6,560 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

How Reliable is the Honda Varadero?

Based on 1,087 MOT tests across 105 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
1,476
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
105
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Drive chain excessively loose 10
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LG09 EDL is a 2009 Honda Varadero in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2009 Honda Varadero models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 16,754 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 Varadero fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG09 EDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Varadero typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 17 years old, this Honda Varadero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LG09 EDL registered?

LG09 EDL is a 2009 Honda Varadero, first registered on 7 March 2009.

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