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WP04 PLV

2004 Honda Xr 125 L-4

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,366 mi
Last recorded33,366 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda Xr 125 L-413,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP04 PLV
MakeHonda
ModelXr 125 L-4
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 33,366 miles

rear tyre worn

Pass 26 Feb 2025 30,311 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 28,193 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy with weight on the lower bearing (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 30 Jan 2024 28,177 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Rear Shock absorber insecurely attached securing nut missing (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front tyre under inflated

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 22 Dec 2023 28,168 miles

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2023 24,965 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Right on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Dec 2022 24,939 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy Notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly Sticking (6.2.7 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2021 15,156 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 4 Dec 2021 15,156 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 9,699 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 9,653 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2018 9,346 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 8,807 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 8,094 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 7,195 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 5,613 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 3,609 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 3,387 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 2,714 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 2,266 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Xr 125 L-4?

Based on 4,416 MOT tests across 459 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
1,173
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
459
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 104
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 90
reflector on motorcycle missing 81
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 80
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 69
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WP04 PLV is a 2004 Honda Xr 125 L-4 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Honda Xr 125 L-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 13,203 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Xr 125 L-4 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WP04 PLV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Xr 125 L-4 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Honda Xr 125 L-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WP04 PLV is a 2004 Honda Xr 125 L-4, first registered on 18 June 2004.

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