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LJ55 NMU

2005 Hartford HD-125L

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,058 mi
Last recorded6,058 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Hartford HD-125L8,823 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 NMU
MakeHartford
ModelHD-125L
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 6,058 miles

Handlebar corroded but not to excess (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 6,041 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2024 6,017 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Handlebar corroded but not to excess (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2015 5,844 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 5,831 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 5,780 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 1 Oct 2013 5,780 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 5,705 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 5,499 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 5,113 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 2,853 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 3,149 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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LJ55 NMU is a 2005 Hartford HD-125L in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ55 NMU, 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 LJ55 NMU registered?

LJ55 NMU is a 2005 Hartford HD-125L, first registered on 25 October 2005.

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