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VX05 CUG

2005 Honda FES125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

116,689 mi
Last recorded116,689 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Honda FES12514,716 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 CUG
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2015 116,689 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 116,687 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 18 Jan 2014 115,310 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 10,378 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 76,930 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2011 76,919 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2010 55,234 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 53,224 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 28,436 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 6,702 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 6,376 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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VX05 CUG is a 2005 Honda FES125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Honda FES125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 14,716 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 VX05 CUG, 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 21 years old, this Honda FES125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VX05 CUG registered?

VX05 CUG is a 2005 Honda FES125, first registered on 1 May 2005.

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