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MD53 VAO

2003 Hongdou 125

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

14,956 mi
Last recorded14,956 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2012
Typical for 2003 Hongdou 1255,146 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD53 VAO
MakeHongdou
Model125
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2012 14,956 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 2 Mar 2012 14,956 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 12,184 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 24 Aug 2010 12,182 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2009 9,867 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 10 Nov 2006 4,512 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 4,512 miles

How Reliable is the Hongdou 125?

Based on 746 MOT tests across 183 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
733
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Headlamp aim too high 17
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 14
Wheel spoke excessively loose 14
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MD53 VAO is a 2003 Hongdou 125 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Hongdou 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 5,146 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 Hongdou 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MD53 VAO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hongdou 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Hongdou 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MD53 VAO registered?

MD53 VAO is a 2003 Hongdou 125, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is MD53 VAO safe to buy?

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