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LS53 ZHN

2003 Honda SES125

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2013
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

60,729 mi
Last recorded60,729 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2012
Typical for 2003 Honda SES12514,879 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS53 ZHN
MakeHonda
ModelSES125
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2012 60,729 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 25 Feb 2012 60,729 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 26 Feb 2011 58,070 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

front brake indicates slight bind

Pass 26 Feb 2011 58,070 miles

front brake indicates slight bind

Pass 25 Nov 2009 85,068 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 58,068 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2008 65,320 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2008 65,317 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 50,075 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 50,071 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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LS53 ZHN is a 2003 Honda SES125 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 LS53 ZHN, 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 LS53 ZHN registered?

LS53 ZHN is a 2003 Honda SES125, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is LS53 ZHN safe to buy?

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