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VX53 OUJ

2003 Honda FES125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,587 mi
Last recorded42,587 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Honda FES12515,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 OUJ
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2024 42,587 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 41,526 miles

Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 19 Apr 2022 41,517 miles

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2017 33,583 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 22,999 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2015 16,560 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 9,930 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 9,485 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 8,666 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) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 12 Oct 2010 8,666 miles

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

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) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 6,831 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 3,992 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 3,004 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 2,597 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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VX53 OUJ is a 2003 Honda FES125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Honda FES125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 15,004 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 VX53 OUJ, 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 23 years old, this Honda FES125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX53 OUJ registered?

VX53 OUJ is a 2003 Honda FES125, first registered on 14 November 2003.

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