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EX08 XYV

2008 Honda FES125

Bronze Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2023
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

39,936 mi
Last recorded39,936 miles
Recorded on6 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Honda FES12517,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 XYV
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Pass 6 May 2022 39,936 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2022 39,925 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 May 2021 31,807 miles

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 May 2021 31,807 miles

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 28,383 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2020 28,357 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2019 25,770 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil has been leaking excessively but wiped off and leak now only misting, may have lost all fluid (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Mar 2019 25,770 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil has been leaking excessively but wiped off and leak now only misting, may have lost all fluid (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 23,835 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 23,835 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2017 22,135 miles

Oil leak ()

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

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

Fail 13 Mar 2017 22,135 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Oil leak ()

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2016 20,248 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 18,116 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 15,810 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2014 15,810 miles

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

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2013 13,659 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 13,659 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2012 11,324 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Mar 2012 11,324 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

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

Fail 19 Mar 2011 8,604 miles

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

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2011 8,604 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda FES125?

Based on 22,568 MOT tests across 2,436 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
1,456
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 730
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 728
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 654
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 290
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 245
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EX08 XYV is a 2008 Honda FES125 in Bronze with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2008 Honda FES125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 17,278 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 FES125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX08 XYV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda FES125 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Honda FES125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EX08 XYV registered?

EX08 XYV is a 2008 Honda FES125, first registered on 22 March 2008.

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