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LE57 SNZ

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,014 mi
Last recorded31,014 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE57 SNZ
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 31,014 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2026 30,994 miles

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

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

front tyre under inflated

Pass 19 Dec 2024 30,472 miles

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

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

Front Handlebars slightly bent

Front Slightly damaged and cracked

Pass 2 Dec 2023 30,391 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2022 29,736 miles

Front Tyre cracked

Offside Side panel slightly damaged

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

Pass 25 Sep 2021 29,659 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 27,585 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 27,585 miles

Rear Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 25,855 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 23,485 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 20,091 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 16,837 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 14,135 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 10,221 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 8,242 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 5,481 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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LE57 SNZ is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LE57 SNZ, 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.

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What year was LE57 SNZ registered?

LE57 SNZ is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 16 February 2008.

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