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KU08 OMP

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

43,283 mi
Last recorded43,283 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 OMP
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 43,283 miles

Front Brake component slightly loose INCORRECT LID FITTED TO FRONT MASTERCYLINDER , NOT LEAKING BUT NEEDS REPLACING WITH CORRECT LID. (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 42,075 miles

Brake pedal bent but servicable, rear disc Lipped due to wear but does not effect braking effort, slight wear in steering head bearings

Pass 25 Sep 2019 42,072 miles

Brake pedal bent but servicable

rear disc ;ipped due to wear but does not effect braking effort

slight wear in steering head bearings

Fail 25 Sep 2019 42,072 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Stop lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal bent but servicable

rear disc ;ipped due to wear but does not effect braking effort

slight wear in steering head bearings

Pass 2 Oct 2018 41,780 miles

Rear brake pedal has damage but still operational. Rear brake light poor light output

Fail 28 Sep 2018 41,780 miles

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush Lower shock absorber mounting bush excess movement. (5.3.2 (c))

Rear brake pedal has damage but still operational. Rear brake light poor light output

Pass 1 Aug 2017 41,594 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 37,778 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

rear tyre worn uneven and perrished in tread

Pass 11 Mar 2014 32,291 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 25,990 miles

Handlebars slightly bent

Fail 18 Feb 2013 25,990 miles

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

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

Handlebars slightly bent

Pass 3 Feb 2012 21,346 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 11,115 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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KU08 OMP is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KU08 OMP, 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 KU08 OMP registered?

KU08 OMP is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 15 April 2008.

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