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SC53 GYG

2003 Honda XL 125 V-4

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Honda XL 125 V-420,488 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC53 GYG
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-4
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

mileage display faulty

Fail 7 Jun 2022 40,732 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake excessively binding unable to check wheel bearings (1.2.1 (f))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear Brake excessively binding unable to check wheel bearings (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened disc cracked (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear frame corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 2 Nov 2021 38,497 miles

Offside Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake lever pivot excessively tight (1.1.1 (a))

Nearside Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 34,951 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in swinging arm bushes/bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

o/s/r footrest seized

Pass 27 Apr 2019 29,934 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 27,106 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 27,106 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

o/s headlamp not working on high or dip beams

Pass 13 Jan 2016 23,544 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 21,693 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 16,843 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 7,376 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 7,000 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 7,000 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 6,376 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 5,319 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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SC53 GYG is a 2003 Honda XL 125 V-4 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL 125 V-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 20,488 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 SC53 GYG, 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 23 years old, this Honda XL 125 V-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SC53 GYG is a 2003 Honda XL 125 V-4, first registered on 23 December 2003.

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