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J555 LHK

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

17,669 mi
Last recorded17,669 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ555 LHK
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 17,669 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 15,691 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 10,864 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 7,328 miles

Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 21 Dec 2021 7,328 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 May 2020 4,461 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 4,391 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 4,372 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 2,962 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 2,962 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 2,960 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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J555 LHK is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 J555 LHK, 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 J555 LHK registered?

J555 LHK is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 27 July 2008.

Is J555 LHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J555 LHK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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