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AV58 CLN

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

61,090 mi
Last recorded61,090 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV58 CLN
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 61,090 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 59,728 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Mar 2024 59,728 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Brake lever so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2021 57,969 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 53,632 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 53,632 miles

Offside Front Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is so short that the brake cannot be readily applied broken (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2019 50,037 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 45,232 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 40,614 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 35,583 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2016 35,583 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2015 30,597 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 26,200 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 26 Sep 2014 26,200 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 21,024 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 21,024 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 15,647 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 15,646 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2011 10,229 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 10,229 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

How Reliable is the Honda XL 125 V-8?

Based on 2,929 MOT tests across 273 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
1,329
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
273
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 64
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 48
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Drive chain excessively loose 31
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AV58 CLN is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 15,457 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 XL 125 V-8 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV58 CLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 125 V-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda XL 125 V-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AV58 CLN is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 19 September 2008.

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