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RE53 WVZ

2003 Honda SH125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2018
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

17,007 mi
Last recorded17,007 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Honda SH12513,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 WVZ
MakeHonda
ModelSH125
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2017 17,007 miles

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

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

Offside Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 28 Jan 2017 17,007 miles

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

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

Offside Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Offside Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 12,434 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 12,418 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Handlebars slightly off line.

Pass 25 Sep 2012 11,518 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 11,513 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

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

Fail 17 Sep 2011 9,843 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 9,843 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 7,662 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 7,662 miles

Front 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))

Pass 22 Sep 2009 7,065 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 7,065 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 6,022 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 6,022 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 4,321 miles

Rear tyre has cut in - canvass not exposed

Rear tyre has slight perishing in bottom of treads -

Pass 6 Sep 2006 3,222 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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RE53 WVZ is a 2003 Honda SH125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 RE53 WVZ, 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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RE53 WVZ is a 2003 Honda SH125, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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