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KV08 XTJ

2008 Honda XL125V

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

56,275 mi
Last recorded56,275 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL125V15,062 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 XTJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 56,275 miles

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively swing arm bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2025 3,136 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jan 2025 3,136 miles

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

Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock hand guard fouling on fairing (2.1.4 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 27 miles

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

Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Mar 2022

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering operation impeded by a fairing hand guards (2.1.4 (e))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 20,437 miles

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Oct 2020 20,437 miles

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

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 48,818 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit 2.0mm (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 5 Apr 2018 48,818 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit 2.0mm (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 36,956 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 25,493 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 15,205 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 5,956 miles

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

small cuts in rear tyre tread .

Pass 26 Mar 2013 5,591 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 5,489 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 20 Mar 2012 5,489 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 4,034 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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KV08 XTJ is a 2008 Honda XL125V in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KV08 XTJ, 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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What year was KV08 XTJ registered?

KV08 XTJ is a 2008 Honda XL125V, first registered on 4 April 2008.

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