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FM08 BCO

2008 Honda VT125C

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,276 mi
Last recorded28,276 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda VT125C8,996 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 BCO
MakeHonda
ModelVT125C
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 28,276 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil front forks have heavy misting of oil. recommend renewal (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Sep 2024

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls front switch inoperative (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil front forks have heavy misting of oil. recommend renewal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 15,292 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both n/s and o/s fronts (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 10,104 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 9,042 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 9,042 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2020 8,585 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 8,585 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2014 7,338 miles

front brake pads are worn low. recommend renewal

rear tyre tread is just on the legal limit of 1.0mm. recommend renewal

Pass 6 Aug 2013 5,671 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 5,669 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 3,949 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 3,426 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VT125C?

Based on 15,200 MOT tests across 1,388 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
917
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 446
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 320
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 315
Drive chain excessively loose 275
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 245
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FM08 BCO is a 2008 Honda VT125C in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Honda VT125C models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 8,996 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 VT125C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 446 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM08 BCO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT125C typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Honda VT125C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FM08 BCO registered?

FM08 BCO is a 2008 Honda VT125C, first registered on 21 July 2008.

Is FM08 BCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 BCO shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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