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EK08 OOX

2008 Honda XL 125 V-7

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

49,765 mi
Last recorded49,765 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-715,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 OOX
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-7
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2024 49,765 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

CENTRE STAND LOOSE

Fail 19 Jan 2024 49,765 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released FOOT BRAKE (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

CENTRE STAND LOOSE

Pass 26 Jan 2023 49,101 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 47,817 miles

Exhaust slightly loose Bracket cracked (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 27 Jan 2022 47,817 miles

Exhaust slightly loose Bracket cracked (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 45,549 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2021 45,549 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 41,977 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 40,290 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2017 31,911 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 19,713 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 12,173 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 8,376 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 19 Jul 2014 8,349 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 7,505 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 6,977 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 6,219 miles

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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EK08 OOX is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-7 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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-7 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK08 OOX, 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 EK08 OOX registered?

EK08 OOX is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-7, first registered on 8 April 2008.

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