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VN56 GCY

2006 Honda FES125

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

31,494 mi
Last recorded31,494 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Honda FES12515,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN56 GCY
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 31,494 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2022 31,037 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 29,103 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 28,921 miles

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

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

Front tyre profile worn

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

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

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

Rear axle nut fitted incorrectly, but not loose

Pass 6 Sep 2016 26,493 miles

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

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

Number plate light inoperative at time of test.

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 23,778 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 21,517 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 18,987 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear tyre profile worn.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 16,213 miles

Cracking on rear tyre

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

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

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

Front tyre profile worn

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

Number plate light inop

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

Rear tyre profile worn

Pass 23 Sep 2011 14,476 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

cracking inbetween tread on rear tyre

cracking on front tyre sidewall and inbetween tread

Fail 22 Sep 2011 14,468 miles

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

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

cracking inbetween tread on rear tyre

cracking on front tyre sidewall and inbetween tread

Pass 23 Sep 2010 11,490 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 9,947 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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VN56 GCY is a 2006 Honda FES125 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2006 Honda FES125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 15,888 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VN56 GCY, 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 20 years old, this Honda FES125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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VN56 GCY is a 2006 Honda FES125, first registered on 24 November 2006.

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