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MX08 EFJ

2008 Honda XL 125 V-7

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

20,459 mi
Last recorded20,459 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-715,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX08 EFJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-7
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 20,459 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2026 20,459 miles

Front Stop lamp not working front brake light not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2025 19,861 miles

foot peg missing at rear rear seat not usable

Fail 21 Aug 2025 19,855 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 18,622 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 17,322 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 16,739 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Aug 2019 16,739 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 14,530 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 14,408 miles

Drive chain slightly loose in need of ajustment (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 11,836 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 11,267 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 10,592 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 5 Jul 2014 10,592 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 9,936 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 7,171 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 24 May 2011 4,475 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 May 2011 4,475 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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MX08 EFJ is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-7 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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-7 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX08 EFJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MX08 EFJ registered?

MX08 EFJ is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-7, first registered on 23 May 2008.

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