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SH03 DRX

2003 Honda VT125C

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,673 mi
Last recorded26,673 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VT125C11,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH03 DRX
MakeHonda
ModelVT125C
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 26,673 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 25,736 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 24,898 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 24,095 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 22,659 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 21,732 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2020
Pass 1 Mar 2019 20,679 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 20,676 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2017 20,617 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2017 20,617 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 19,341 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Jul 2015 19,341 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 18,237 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 18,237 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 16,327 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 18,453 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 22 Apr 2011 18,211 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 May 2010 9,892 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 9,199 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 Jul 2007 9,199 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 7,784 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VT125C?

Based on 15,200 MOT tests across 1,388 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
917
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 446
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 320
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 315
Drive chain excessively loose 275
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 245
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SH03 DRX is a 2003 Honda VT125C in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Honda VT125C models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 11,970 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 VT125C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 446 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SH03 DRX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT125C typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VT125C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SH03 DRX registered?

SH03 DRX is a 2003 Honda VT125C, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is SH03 DRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH03 DRX shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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