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BN58 VGG

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2022
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

20,792 mi
Last recorded20,792 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN58 VGG
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2021 20,792 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2015 20,782 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 Mar 2015 20,782 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

rear brake dragging on

Pass 28 Aug 2013 19,684 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Fail 27 Aug 2013 19,675 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2012 18,501 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 16,201 miles

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

os footrest has had a repair

Fail 17 Sep 2011 16,201 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

os footrest has had a repair

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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BN58 VGG is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BN58 VGG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN58 VGG registered?

BN58 VGG is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 15 September 2008.

Is BN58 VGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN58 VGG shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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