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MJ08 XXU

2008 Honda XL 125 V-7

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

25,267 mi
Last recorded25,267 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-715,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 XXU
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-7
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2023 25,267 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 20,268 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jul 2022 20,268 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 20,060 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 19,671 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 13,594 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 12,948 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 12,523 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 11,410 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 6,867 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 6,392 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 4,655 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 1,858 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 125 V-7?

Based on 3,112 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
1,491
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 80
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Drive chain excessively loose 36
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MJ08 XXU is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-7 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL 125 V-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 15,556 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL 125 V-7 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MJ08 XXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 125 V-7 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Honda XL 125 V-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MJ08 XXU registered?

MJ08 XXU is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-7, first registered on 26 April 2008.

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The MOT history for MJ08 XXU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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