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LS53 ZFZ

2003 Honda SH125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

29,614 mi
Last recorded29,614 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda SH12513,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS53 ZFZ
MakeHonda
ModelSH125
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2025 29,614 miles

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 28,692 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2022 28,535 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2015 28,454 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 28,628 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 28,628 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 26,624 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 26,624 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 22,273 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 20,767 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 17,845 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 12,849 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 9,581 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 7,340 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 ZFZ is a 2003 Honda SH125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LS53 ZFZ, 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 ZFZ registered?

LS53 ZFZ is a 2003 Honda SH125, first registered on 2 December 2003.

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