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ML08 EVX

2008 Honda FES125

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

33,005 mi
Last recorded33,005 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Honda FES12517,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 EVX
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2023 33,005 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 2 Feb 2022 28,536 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort warped disc (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2021 23,523 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2021 23,523 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 22,084 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2019 22,040 miles

Central Front Lower Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jun 2017 21,399 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 26 Jun 2017 21,399 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 19,682 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 18,110 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 18,110 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 15,949 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 12,305 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 12,296 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 9,379 miles

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

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

front stearing / suspesion knocking but sign of play, wear or damage

Fail 25 Mar 2011 9,379 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

front stearing / suspesion knocking but sign of play, wear or damage

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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ML08 EVX is a 2008 Honda FES125 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 ML08 EVX, 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.

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ML08 EVX is a 2008 Honda FES125, first registered on 3 April 2008.

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