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CK58 BDY

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

27,807 mi
Last recorded27,807 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK58 BDY
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 27,807 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 23,555 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 22,942 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

oil leak from filter housing

Fail 22 Sep 2023 22,942 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working bulb replaced (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

oil leak from filter housing

Pass 9 Jun 2021 20,894 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 20,894 miles

Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 20,868 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2019 20,846 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2019 20,846 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 20,613 miles

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

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play lower shock bush (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Fail 1 Aug 2017 20,572 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. Front clamp missing (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. Rear clamp broken (7.1.1.c)

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

Front Brake hose clamp incorrectly fitted

Front Incorrect brake pads fitted

Front wheel has a loose wheel bolt(s) Spindle pinch bolt loose (4.2.3a)

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 May 2016 19,137 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 May 2015 17,561 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 14,067 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 8,874 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 8,874 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 1,345 miles

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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CK58 BDY is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 CK58 BDY, 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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What year was CK58 BDY registered?

CK58 BDY is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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