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BJ08 UOU

2008 Honda XL 125 V-7

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

35,731 mi
Last recorded35,731 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-715,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 UOU
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-7
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2023 35,731 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 32,053 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 28,173 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 18,118 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 12,632 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 12,598 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 10,922 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 10,921 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 9,466 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 6,609 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Feb 2013 6,609 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 4,435 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 2,509 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 125 V-7?

Based on 3,112 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
1,491
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 80
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Drive chain excessively loose 36
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BJ08 UOU is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-7 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL 125 V-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 15,556 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-7 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ08 UOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 125 V-7 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Honda XL 125 V-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BJ08 UOU registered?

BJ08 UOU is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-7, first registered on 20 May 2008.

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