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HW57 AAJ

2007 Honda XL 125 V-7

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

35,096 mi
Last recorded35,096 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Honda XL 125 V-717,532 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW57 AAJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-7
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 35,096 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 34,415 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 30,934 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 28,057 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 26,759 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 26,759 miles

Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn bottom shock mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 25,390 miles

Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Fail 10 Jul 2017 25,390 miles

Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 24,133 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 24,133 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 10 Jul 2015
Fail 10 Jul 2015 23,030 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

advise change handle bars

Pass 29 Jul 2014 21,355 miles

advise front brake lever be changed

advise handle bars be changed

Fail 29 Jul 2014 21,355 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

advise front brake lever be changed

advise handle bars be changed

Fail 2 Aug 2013 18,345 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nail in rear tyre

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

advise gear lever slightly loose

Pass 2 Aug 2013 18,345 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nail in rear tyre

advise gear lever slightly loose

Pass 7 Aug 2012 13,406 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 12,622 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 12,622 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 12,294 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 10 Sep 2010 12,293 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

How Reliable is the Honda XL 125 V-7?

Based on 3,112 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
1,491
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 80
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Drive chain excessively loose 36
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HW57 AAJ is a 2007 Honda XL 125 V-7 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2007 Honda XL 125 V-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 17,532 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-7 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HW57 AAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 125 V-7 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 19 years old, this Honda XL 125 V-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HW57 AAJ registered?

HW57 AAJ is a 2007 Honda XL 125 V-7, first registered on 7 September 2007.

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