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YM53 VCN

2004 Honda Xr 125 L-3

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

24,942 mi
Last recorded24,942 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda Xr 125 L-39,568 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM53 VCN
MakeHonda
ModelXr 125 L-3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 24,942 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 24,637 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2025 24,637 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2023 15,188 miles

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

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective small crack (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2023 15,141 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering forks twisted (2.4 (a))

Fuel cap leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect dipped (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm bush's (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 14,718 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 13,797 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 24 Aug 2015 13,789 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 11,072 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 28 Sep 2011 11,072 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt missing (2.1.1a)

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

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

How Reliable is the Honda Xr 125 L-3?

Based on 666 MOT tests across 143 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
995
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
Drive chain worn to excess 14
Drive chain excessively loose 12
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YM53 VCN is a 2004 Honda Xr 125 L-3 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2004 Honda Xr 125 L-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 9,568 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 Xr 125 L-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YM53 VCN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Xr 125 L-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Honda Xr 125 L-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YM53 VCN registered?

YM53 VCN is a 2004 Honda Xr 125 L-3, first registered on 13 January 2004.

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