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LR08 XTZ

2008 Lifan Lf 125-J

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

24,245 mi
Last recorded24,245 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Lifan Lf 125-J7,635 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 XTZ
MakeLifan
ModelLf 125-J
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 24,245 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 15,097 miles

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

throttle cable to tight engine revs increace on left hand lock

Fail 21 Dec 2022 15,092 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Footrest insecure loose and bolt missing (6.2.12 (a))

Handlebar excessively deformed (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested led bulb fitted -no measurable pattern (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp lens seriously defective incorrectly fitted - sideways (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling bent headstock?? (2.4 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blowing at head (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

gear lever incorrectly positioned

Pass 1 Dec 2021 15,066 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 14,943 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 14,942 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Apr 2014 12,363 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 12,363 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 10,148 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 16 Feb 2013 10,148 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Chain guard missing

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 4,993 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 4,973 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Lifan Lf 125-J?

Based on 1,695 MOT tests across 362 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
1,317
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
362
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator incorrect colour 147
reflector on motorcycle missing 63
Drive chain excessively loose 52
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 47
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LR08 XTZ is a 2008 Lifan Lf 125-J in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2008 Lifan Lf 125-J models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 7,635 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 Lifan Lf 125-J fails its MOT is direction indicator incorrect colour, accounting for 147 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LR08 XTZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lifan Lf 125-J typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Lifan Lf 125-J is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LR08 XTZ registered?

LR08 XTZ is a 2008 Lifan Lf 125-J, first registered on 17 March 2008.

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