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KK08 CVB

2008 Honda XL125V

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

46,964 mi
Last recorded46,964 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL125V15,062 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKK08 CVB
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 46,964 miles

Drive chain rusty (mainly on inner face)

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear subframe corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear swingarm corroded but structural integrity not compromised (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 May 2024 46,772 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 46,609 miles

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Shock absorber rusty but not seriously weakened.

Pass 9 May 2022 45,071 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 15 May 2021 39,535 miles

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 May 2021 39,535 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 May 2020 35,858 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 34,835 miles
Fail 4 May 2019 34,812 miles

Central Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2018 34,170 miles

Offside headlight bulb out on off side(high and low)

Fail 26 Apr 2018 34,170 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess tight spot in chain (6.2.1e)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose bars loose (2.1.1a)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside headlight bulb out on off side(high and low)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 32,564 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2017 32,503 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort disc warped (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 17 May 2016 18,440 miles

rear tyre slightly perished and cracked

Fail 8 May 2015 18,029 miles

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 8 May 2015 18,029 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 17,433 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 16,853 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 16,839 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Front brake slightly binding

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 19 May 2012 16,836 miles

Nearside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Front brake slightly binding

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 May 2011 16,386 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL125V?

Based on 34,334 MOT tests across 2,948 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,948
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 966
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 805
Drive chain excessively loose 627
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 560
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 520
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KK08 CVB is a 2008 Honda XL125V in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL125V models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 15,062 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 XL125V fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 966 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KK08 CVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL125V typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Honda XL125V is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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KK08 CVB is a 2008 Honda XL125V, first registered on 23 August 2008.

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