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MW09 CWZ

2009 Honda XL125V

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

31,065 mi
Last recorded31,065 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda XL125V17,080 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW09 CWZ
MakeHonda
ModelXL125V
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 31,065 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2025 31,059 miles

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2024 30,254 miles

Front Tyre starting to perish

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

Rear Suspension unit starting to corrode

Rear Tyre starting to perish

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2024 30,254 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre starting to perish

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

Rear Suspension unit starting to corrode

Rear Tyre starting to perish

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 29,174 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2023 29,170 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 27,549 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Fail 14 Sep 2022 27,549 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 25,911 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 24,566 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2019 22,797 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 21,451 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 21,451 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2016 18,002 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 7 Oct 2016 17,955 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 11,747 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2015 11,747 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2014 8,597 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 8,597 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 6,001 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 4,590 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 4,590 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Honda XL125V?

Based on 34,334 MOT tests across 2,948 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,948
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 966
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 805
Drive chain excessively loose 627
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 560
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 520
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MW09 CWZ is a 2009 Honda XL125V in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

Across all 2009 Honda XL125V models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 17,080 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 XL125V fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 966 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MW09 CWZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL125V typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 17 years old, this Honda XL125V is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MW09 CWZ registered?

MW09 CWZ is a 2009 Honda XL125V, first registered on 24 July 2009.

Is MW09 CWZ safe to buy?

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