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LC08 YFM

2008 Honda XL125V

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

37,844 mi
Last recorded37,844 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL125V15,062 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 YFM
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 37,844 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 17 May 2025 37,844 miles

All direction indicators not working Stuck switch. Soon sorted with electrical cleaner. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2021 37,165 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 36,743 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 36,743 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2014 35,153 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 32,337 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 32,337 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 30,685 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 23,507 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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LC08 YFM is a 2008 Honda XL125V in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LC08 YFM, 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 LC08 YFM registered?

LC08 YFM is a 2008 Honda XL125V, first registered on 31 May 2008.

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