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SG53 ZWR

2003 Honda FES125

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

28,142 mi
Last recorded28,142 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Honda FES12515,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG53 ZWR
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2022 28,142 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Aug 2022 28,126 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working from front brake control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 25,670 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 25,157 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 25,155 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 25,032 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 24,850 miles

SLIGHT PITTING ON FRONT BRAKE DISC

Fail 10 Jul 2009 24,803 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2008 23,708 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 23,571 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 22,567 miles

How Reliable is the Honda FES125?

Based on 22,568 MOT tests across 2,436 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
1,456
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 730
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 728
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 654
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 290
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 245
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SG53 ZWR is a 2003 Honda FES125 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Honda FES125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 15,004 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 FES125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SG53 ZWR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda FES125 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Honda FES125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SG53 ZWR registered?

SG53 ZWR is a 2003 Honda FES125, first registered on 2 September 2003.

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