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CA57 DVB

2008 Honda XL 125 V-7

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,141 mi
Last recorded61,141 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-715,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA57 DVB
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-7
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 61,141 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 57,824 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 54,602 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 46,937 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 33,947 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 25,078 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2018 25,065 miles

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

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

Front suspension assembly component missing pinch bolt missing (2.3.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 20,382 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 16,408 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 12,132 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 9,568 miles

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Pass 3 Jul 2012 8,922 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 6,362 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Fail 15 Jan 2011 6,361 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

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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CA57 DVB is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-7 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CA57 DVB, 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 CA57 DVB registered?

CA57 DVB is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-7, first registered on 19 January 2008.

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