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CK58 KWD

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Purple Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,461 mi
Last recorded73,461 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK58 KWD
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 73,461 miles

Rear Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 69,540 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 14 Jun 2024 69,517 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 59,868 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 16 Jun 2023 59,868 miles

Rear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2022 59,556 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 52,276 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 43,625 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively width of disc slightly reduced (worn) (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front wheel bearing slightly noise

Rear slight roughness on rear drive train (possible chain or slight wheel bearing noise)

Fail 10 Apr 2019 43,625 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible incorrect bulb fitted ? beam image incorrect (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively width of disc slightly reduced (worn) (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front wheel bearing slightly noise

Rear slight roughness on rear drive train (possible chain or slight wheel bearing noise)

Pass 19 Dec 2017 27,260 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 26,997 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play shock absorber lower bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Jun 2016 17,914 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 17,914 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 17,254 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 15,514 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 22 Jul 2014 15,514 miles

Front Upper Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 12,182 miles

Offside Rear Upper Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2011 8,741 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 KWD is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Purple with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KWD, 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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CK58 KWD is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 24 October 2008.

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