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MF03 HFP

2003 Honda XL125V

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

25,097 mi
Last recorded25,097 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Honda XL125V16,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF03 HFP
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 25,097 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

front fork stanchions damp

Fail 18 May 2017 25,096 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

front fork stanchions damp

Pass 18 May 2016 24,629 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 16 May 2016 24,627 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 22,015 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 20,249 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 20,220 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2013 18,148 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2012 15,575 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 6 Jan 2012 15,554 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 12,172 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 11,496 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 9,256 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 9,256 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 6,479 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 6,214 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 1 Jun 2007 6,208 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 4,928 miles
Fail 27 May 2006 4,893 miles

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

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

How Reliable is the Honda XL125V?

Based on 34,334 MOT tests across 2,948 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,948
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 966
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 805
Drive chain excessively loose 627
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 560
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 520
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MF03 HFP is a 2003 Honda XL125V in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL125V models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 16,764 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 XL125V fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 966 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MF03 HFP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL125V typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Honda XL125V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MF03 HFP is a 2003 Honda XL125V, first registered on 2 April 2003.

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