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LJ54 VDR

2004 Hartford HD-125L

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

39,341 mi
Last recorded39,341 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 Hartford HD-125L9,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ54 VDR
MakeHartford
ModelHD-125L
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 39,341 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Steering slightly misaligned

Pass 13 Apr 2021 39,100 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play Slight (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 13 Apr 2021 39,095 miles

Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned To close together (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation Comes on late (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake drum missing Brake Tie arm split pin missing (1.1.14 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlight loose

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play Slight (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 39,047 miles

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

Nearside Rear chain adjuster bent

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2018 39,047 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play Notchy with wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Drive chain very close to its Maximum limit

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

Nearside drive chain adjuster bent

Pass 13 Sep 2017 37,921 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Chain adjuster bent

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 12 Sep 2017 37,911 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play Swingarm bushes (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Chain adjuster bent

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 23 Apr 2012 37,864 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 37,864 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 19 Mar 2012 37,857 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2010 36,924 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2009 28,174 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 28,174 miles

How Reliable is the Hartford HD-125L?

Based on 1,712 MOT tests across 246 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
789
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
246
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 32
Drive chain excessively loose 28
Footrest missing 26
Drive chain worn to excess 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
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LJ54 VDR is a 2004 Hartford HD-125L in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 2004 Hartford HD-125L models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 9,448 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 Hartford HD-125L fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ54 VDR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hartford HD-125L typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Hartford HD-125L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ54 VDR registered?

LJ54 VDR is a 2004 Hartford HD-125L, first registered on 16 November 2004.

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