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AP08 XRL

2008 Honda Xr 125 L-6

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

25,818 mi
Last recorded25,818 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Xr 125 L-612,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 XRL
MakeHonda
ModelXr 125 L-6
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 25,818 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 25,349 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 24,607 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2023 24,605 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2022 23,785 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2022 23,785 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 20,759 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 15,164 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play SLIGHTLY NOTCHY (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Sep 2015 15,129 miles

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

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Lower Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated SHOCK (2.4.A2a(i))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play SLIGHTLY NOTCHY (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 10,449 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 4,272 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 4,232 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 3,878 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 3,408 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Xr 125 L-6?

Based on 4,158 MOT tests across 499 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
1,162
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
499
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 89
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 66
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 63
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 53
Drive chain excessively loose 38
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AP08 XRL is a 2008 Honda Xr 125 L-6 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2008 Honda Xr 125 L-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 12,020 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Xr 125 L-6 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 89 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP08 XRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Xr 125 L-6 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Xr 125 L-6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP08 XRL registered?

AP08 XRL is a 2008 Honda Xr 125 L-6, first registered on 30 July 2008.

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