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RL53 GVE

2004 Honda SH125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

9,959 mi
Last recorded9,959 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Honda SH12512,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL53 GVE
MakeHonda
ModelSH125
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2017 9,959 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2017 9,959 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2016 9,959 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2016 9,959 miles

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 9,959 miles

headlamp surround loose

Pass 21 Jan 2014 9,959 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2013 9,959 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 9,959 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 9,959 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 9,959 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 9,959 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 17 Jan 2011 9,959 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Jan 2010 8,726 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2009 4,265 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 4,221 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2007 3,976 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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RL53 GVE is a 2004 Honda SH125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2004 Honda SH125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 12,034 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 RL53 GVE, 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 22 years old, this Honda SH125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RL53 GVE registered?

RL53 GVE is a 2004 Honda SH125, first registered on 26 January 2004.

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