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MW08 WTF

2008 Honda FES125

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

30,476 mi
Last recorded30,476 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda FES12517,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW08 WTF
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 30,476 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2025 30,476 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2024 30,358 miles

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 9 Sep 2023 29,319 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 28,171 miles

EXHAUST MOUNT BOLT MISSING

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Sep 2022 28,166 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

EXHAUST MOUNT BOLT MISSING

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 26,099 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 24,373 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 24,373 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 23,107 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 23,107 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii))

Fail 14 Mar 2019 23,103 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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))

Offside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 31 Dec 2014 18,209 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2014 18,209 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 11,882 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 11,882 miles

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

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))

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

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

Fail 10 Aug 2011 11,213 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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MW08 WTF is a 2008 Honda FES125 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 MW08 WTF, 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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What year was MW08 WTF registered?

MW08 WTF is a 2008 Honda FES125, first registered on 21 July 2008.

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