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HT08 GZD

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,026 mi
Last recorded10,026 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT08 GZD
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 10,026 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 9,910 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 9,890 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 9,778 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 9,243 miles

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

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swingarm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2017 6,930 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2016 5,567 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 5,566 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 5,181 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

rear tyre cracking

Pass 15 Jul 2014 4,751 miles

Front Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 14 Jul 2014 4,751 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 3,953 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front tyre showing signes of perishing

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear tyre showing signes of perishing

Pass 14 Jul 2012 3,035 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 2,211 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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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HT08 GZD is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HT08 GZD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HT08 GZD registered?

HT08 GZD is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 19 July 2008.

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