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MX53 HNV

2003 Honda VT125C

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Honda VT125C11,970 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 HNV
MakeHonda
ModelVT125C
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2024

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 23,819 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2023 23,819 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

both tyres flat

Pass 6 Aug 2022 22,098 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 20,093 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 16,081 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 12,002 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 7,783 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 4,531 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2011 9,320 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 7,938 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 4,809 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 3,579 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 1,313 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 1,074 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VT125C?

Based on 15,200 MOT tests across 1,388 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
917
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 446
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 320
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 315
Drive chain excessively loose 275
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 245
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MX53 HNV is a 2003 Honda VT125C in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda VT125C models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 11,970 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VT125C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 446 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX53 HNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT125C typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VT125C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX53 HNV registered?

MX53 HNV is a 2003 Honda VT125C, first registered on 11 December 2003.

Is MX53 HNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX53 HNV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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