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SW09 BVL

2009 Honda FES125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

32,563 mi
Last recorded32,563 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2022
Typical for 2009 Honda FES12516,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW09 BVL
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2022 32,563 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2021 31,318 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2020 29,904 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2020 29,904 miles

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2016 18,789 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 18,770 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 17,170 miles

Centre Rear number plate light not working

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 17,167 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

number plate light does not work

right hand mirror loose

Fail 11 Sep 2014 17,167 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

number plate light does not work

right hand mirror loose

Pass 13 Aug 2012 13,713 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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SW09 BVL is a 2009 Honda FES125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2009 Honda FES125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 16,418 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 SW09 BVL, 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 17 years old, this Honda FES125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SW09 BVL registered?

SW09 BVL is a 2009 Honda FES125, first registered on 17 June 2009.

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