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FT08 KDN

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

33,572 mi
Last recorded33,572 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 KDN
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 33,572 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2025 33,572 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 32,986 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 32,818 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 31,137 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 29,887 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 28,769 miles

Central Rear Lower rear tyre chacking on side wall

Pass 4 Jul 2016 26,389 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 24,106 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 15,979 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 15,979 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2012 11,311 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Jul 2011 7,634 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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FT08 KDN is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FT08 KDN, 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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What year was FT08 KDN registered?

FT08 KDN is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 21 July 2008.

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