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LM53 DYG

2003 Honda FES125

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

54,635 mi
Last recorded54,635 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Honda FES12515,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 DYG
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 54,635 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 49,254 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2016 49,021 miles

Front Brake component is severely distorted (3.1.5)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Fail 16 Oct 2015 48,569 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 43,409 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 43,305 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 41,426 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 38,035 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 35,328 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2009 35,229 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 32,407 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2007 28,680 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 23,080 miles

How Reliable is the Honda FES125?

Based on 22,568 MOT tests across 2,436 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
1,456
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 730
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 728
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 654
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 290
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 245
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LM53 DYG is a 2003 Honda FES125 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Honda FES125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 15,004 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 FES125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM53 DYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda FES125 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Honda FES125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LM53 DYG registered?

LM53 DYG is a 2003 Honda FES125, first registered on 5 December 2003.

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