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VE05 UTT

2005 Honda XR125L

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

33,204 mi
Last recorded33,204 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Honda XR125L12,976 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE05 UTT
MakeHonda
ModelXR125L
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2020 33,204 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2020 33,190 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 May 2019 27,883 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

No chain gaurd

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slight knotch (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Play in bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 May 2019 27,883 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

No chain gaurd

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slight knotch (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Play in bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 34,741 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 30,861 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 19,714 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

number plate broken

Fail 7 Jul 2016 19,691 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play shock (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

number plate broken

Pass 1 Jul 2015 14,686 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jul 2014 7,687 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 7,133 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 6,836 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 May 2011 6,836 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 6,598 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 6,575 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2008 6,575 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Honda XR125L?

Based on 20,671 MOT tests across 2,254 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
1,158
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 466
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 459
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 347
reflector on motorcycle missing 331
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 314
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VE05 UTT is a 2005 Honda XR125L in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2005 Honda XR125L models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 12,976 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 XR125L fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 466 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VE05 UTT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR125L typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Honda XR125L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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VE05 UTT is a 2005 Honda XR125L, first registered on 1 July 2005.

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