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LS53 KVB

2003 Honda SH125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

14,006 mi
Last recorded14,006 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda SH12513,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS53 KVB
MakeHonda
ModelSH125
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 14,006 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2024 13,938 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear tyre starting to crack on the tread.

Pass 8 Dec 2022 13,850 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2022 13,847 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2019 13,816 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 13,759 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 13,647 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 13,617 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 13,599 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 11,614 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 9,484 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2007 7,367 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 7,367 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 5,694 miles

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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LS53 KVB is a 2003 Honda SH125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LS53 KVB, 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 LS53 KVB registered?

LS53 KVB is a 2003 Honda SH125, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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