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LJ54 VDV

2005 Hartford HD-125L

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

13,821 mi
Last recorded13,821 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Hartford HD-125L8,823 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ54 VDV
MakeHartford
ModelHD-125L
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2017 13,821 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 15,796 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

handlebars slightly bent

Fail 23 Apr 2010 9,991 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

n/s rear swing arm part of weld missing

Pass 23 Apr 2010 9,991 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

n/s rear swing arm part of weld missing

Pass 22 Apr 2009 7,479 miles

swingarm nsf has got an incomplete weld

Fail 18 Apr 2009 7,477 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

gearchange lever not fully secure

swingarm nsf has got an incomplete weld

Pass 14 Apr 2008 4,132 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 VDV is a 2005 Hartford HD-125L in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Hartford HD-125L models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 8,823 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 VDV, 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 21 years old, this Hartford HD-125L is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ54 VDV registered?

LJ54 VDV is a 2005 Hartford HD-125L, first registered on 24 January 2005.

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