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AV08 EGF

2008 Honda Xr 125 L-6

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,254 mi
Last recorded29,254 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Xr 125 L-612,020 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 EGF
MakeHonda
ModelXr 125 L-6
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Sep 2026 29,254 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened Corroded through around rear shock absorber lower mounting bracketry. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Suspension arm has an unsafe modification The standard of any such repair must be comparable to the original strength of the component. (5.3.3 (c) (i))

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 27 Aug 2026 29,237 miles

Brake pedal insecure Bolt securing the rear brake rod clevis to pedal is not long enough for threads to reach nylon in locking nut. (1.1.2 (e) (i))

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

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

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened Corroded through around rear shock absorber lower mounting bracketry. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 28,648 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 28,204 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 21,908 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 15,622 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 9,775 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 8,104 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 8,104 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front tyre pressure low

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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AV08 EGF is a 2008 Honda Xr 125 L-6 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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-6 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 89 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV08 EGF, 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.

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AV08 EGF is a 2008 Honda Xr 125 L-6, first registered on 10 June 2008.

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