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RK53 ECV

2004 Honda XL 125 V-4

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

36,567 mi
Last recorded36,567 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2013
Typical for 2004 Honda XL 125 V-417,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK53 ECV
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-4
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2013 36,567 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 36,365 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 28,887 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2012 28,887 miles

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 25,689 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2011 25,667 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 24,183 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 21,210 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 125 V-4?

Based on 3,504 MOT tests across 301 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
1,558
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 106
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 100
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 78
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 61
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RK53 ECV is a 2004 Honda XL 125 V-4 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL 125 V-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 17,457 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 XL 125 V-4 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RK53 ECV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 125 V-4 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Honda XL 125 V-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RK53 ECV registered?

RK53 ECV is a 2004 Honda XL 125 V-4, first registered on 5 January 2004.

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