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LM03 XMX

2003 Honda SES125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

38,782 mi
Last recorded38,782 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda SES12514,879 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM03 XMX
MakeHonda
ModelSES125
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 38,782 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 38,200 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 26 Jul 2024 38,200 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 38,024 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 37,010 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 36,942 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2020 36,672 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 36,602 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2018 36,212 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 36,209 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jun 2017 35,427 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 29,628 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 23,940 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 18,676 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 13,384 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 11,621 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 11,621 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Nov 2007 11,585 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 11,557 miles

Front Motorcycle structure excessively distorted (6.1.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 10,878 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 10,766 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 7,393 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SES125?

Based on 38,216 MOT tests across 4,396 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
1,703
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
4,396
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 948
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 704
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 678
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 655
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 648
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LM03 XMX is a 2003 Honda SES125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda SES125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 14,879 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 SES125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 948 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM03 XMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SES125 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Honda SES125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LM03 XMX registered?

LM03 XMX is a 2003 Honda SES125, first registered on 28 June 2003.

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