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DK08 XFO

2008 Honda XL 125 V-7

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

19,845 mi
Last recorded19,845 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-715,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 XFO
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-7
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 19,845 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2024 18,909 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 18,541 miles

Drive chain rusty

Pass 7 Mar 2022 18,157 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 17,482 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2021 17,482 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Control 1 not working (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2020 16,144 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 14,309 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 13,086 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 7,882 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 6,664 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2015 1,038 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 1,032 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 966 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 499 miles

rear chain guard loose

very slight play in rear wheel bearings/swinging arm??

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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DK08 XFO is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-7 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DK08 XFO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK08 XFO registered?

DK08 XFO is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-7, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is DK08 XFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 XFO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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