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SJ05 MGK

2004 Honda FES125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,610 mi
Last recorded40,610 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda FES12514,859 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ05 MGK
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 40,610 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 39,309 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Rear brake disc slight runout. (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 38,516 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 37,391 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 35,989 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 35,185 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 12 Mar 2021 35,185 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 34,201 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 33,025 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 33,025 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick pads worn uneven front outer pad worn to excess (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Mar 2018 31,678 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 30,287 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 30,286 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 27,646 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 24,233 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 24,233 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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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SJ05 MGK is a 2004 Honda FES125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Honda FES125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 14,859 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 SJ05 MGK, 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 22 years old, this Honda FES125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SJ05 MGK registered?

SJ05 MGK is a 2004 Honda FES125, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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