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KW08 DCU

2008 Honda FES125

Bronze Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

42,825 mi
Last recorded42,825 miles
Recorded on13 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Honda FES12517,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 DCU
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2023 42,825 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2023 42,825 miles

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

Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 40,740 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2022 40,740 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 40,294 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 40,294 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 40,282 miles

Front Brake caliper damaged (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake caliper damaged and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Sep 2018 36,716 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2018 36,716 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Rear Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 34,182 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2016 31,624 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 28,477 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 27,745 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2014 24,879 miles

grating noise from rear wheel/clutch area

Pass 23 May 2013 22,909 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 15,763 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 11,302 miles

How Reliable is the Honda FES125?

Based on 22,568 MOT tests across 2,436 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
1,456
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 730
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 728
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 654
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 290
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 245
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KW08 DCU is a 2008 Honda FES125 in Bronze with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2008 Honda FES125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 17,278 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 FES125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KW08 DCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda FES125 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Honda FES125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KW08 DCU registered?

KW08 DCU is a 2008 Honda FES125, first registered on 26 June 2008.

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