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NV51 VKM

2001 Honda XL125V

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

28,516 mi
Last recorded28,516 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Honda XL125V18,310 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV51 VKM
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2015 28,516 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 May 2014 24,857 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

front tyre perished on side walls clutch lever pinion loose/worn

Fail 14 May 2014 24,853 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

front tyre perished on side walls clutch lever pinion loose/worn

Pass 25 Apr 2013 21,239 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 20,927 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2012 20,927 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 May 2011 20,613 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

one low beam light inoperative

Pass 18 May 2010 20,046 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 19,578 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

front tyre flat

Pass 15 May 2008 19,004 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 19,004 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Dec 2006 16,607 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 14,309 miles

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

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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NV51 VKM is a 2001 Honda XL125V in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 Honda XL125V models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 18,310 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 NV51 VKM, 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 25 years old, this Honda XL125V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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NV51 VKM is a 2001 Honda XL125V, first registered on 20 December 2001.

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