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HW08 ABX

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

23,585 mi
Last recorded23,585 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2015
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW08 ABX
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2015 23,585 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

lower exhaust clamp loose

Fail 27 Mar 2015 23,585 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

lower exhaust clamp loose

Pass 28 Mar 2014 21,190 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 21,185 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 12,565 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2012 12,564 miles

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

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

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

rear tyre punctured

Pass 25 Mar 2011 5,076 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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HW08 ABX is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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-8 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HW08 ABX, 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 HW08 ABX registered?

HW08 ABX is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is HW08 ABX safe to buy?

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