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LR57 XXN

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

59,536 mi
Last recorded59,536 miles
Recorded on14 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR57 XXN
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 May 2024 59,536 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 53,346 miles

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

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 May 2023 53,346 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 51,105 miles

Front Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Front slight perishing of front tyre Tyre is quite old

Pass 24 Mar 2021 45,845 miles

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

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Shock (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2021 45,845 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Shock (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 38,631 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2020 38,476 miles

Central Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 37,578 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 36,348 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 35,122 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 34,750 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2016 32,831 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 31,924 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 26,305 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 15 Sep 2012 20,211 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2012 20,211 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2011 13,400 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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LR57 XXN is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LR57 XXN, 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 LR57 XXN registered?

LR57 XXN is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 9 February 2008.

Is LR57 XXN safe to buy?

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