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LX53 JOV

2003 Honda SH125

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,423 mi
Last recorded23,423 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Honda SH12513,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 JOV
MakeHonda
ModelSH125
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2019 23,423 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2016 11,915 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2016 31,435 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

oil leak

speedo n/working

Pass 25 Mar 2015 27,675 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 27,619 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 27,036 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 26,839 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 26,410 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 26,410 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 10 Jan 2009 22,407 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 17,384 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 12,505 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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LX53 JOV is a 2003 Honda SH125 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LX53 JOV, 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 LX53 JOV registered?

LX53 JOV is a 2003 Honda SH125, first registered on 17 December 2003.

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