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LM53 DYV

2003 Honda SH125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,255 mi
Last recorded38,255 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Honda SH12513,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 DYV
MakeHonda
ModelSH125
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2015 38,255 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 38,255 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 38,055 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2013 37,069 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2013 37,068 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 32,529 miles

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

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 2 Jan 2013 32,519 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake performance not tested (3.3) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Dec 2011 29,758 miles

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

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 29 Dec 2011 29,758 miles

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

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 24,840 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2009 21,093 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 17,140 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2007 12,856 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 12,856 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 10,371 miles

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

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

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Honda SH125?

Based on 21,983 MOT tests across 2,406 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
1,394
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,406
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 489
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 235
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 206
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 192
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LM53 DYV is a 2003 Honda SH125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Honda SH125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 13,926 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 SH125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 489 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM53 DYV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SH125 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Honda SH125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LM53 DYV registered?

LM53 DYV is a 2003 Honda SH125, first registered on 10 December 2003.

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