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LG08 EXC

2008 Honda FES125

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,238 mi
Last recorded48,238 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda FES12517,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 EXC
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2024 48,238 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2024 48,238 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake lever pivot has excessive free play (1.1.1 (b))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2023 48,238 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Sep 2023 48,238 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2017 44,204 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2016 40,642 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2015 36,721 miles

Nearside Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2014 31,489 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 31,345 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2013 25,918 miles

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

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2012 21,795 miles

Front fork seals x2 starting to perrish

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2011 17,077 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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LG08 EXC is a 2008 Honda FES125 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LG08 EXC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LG08 EXC registered?

LG08 EXC is a 2008 Honda FES125, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is LG08 EXC safe to buy?

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