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NV08 BUW

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

41,889 mi
Last recorded41,889 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV08 BUW
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2018 41,889 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2017 36,920 miles

Front brake reservoir cap missing a screw

Rear brake has a slight bind

Pass 17 Mar 2015 30,993 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 14 Mar 2015 30,983 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 28,240 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 15 Mar 2014 28,216 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))

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

O/s rear footrest siezed.

Pass 20 Mar 2013 25,003 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 7 Mar 2013 25,003 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2012 23,593 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 19,036 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 125 V-8?

Based on 2,929 MOT tests across 273 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
1,329
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
273
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 64
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 48
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Drive chain excessively loose 31
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NV08 BUW is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 15,457 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-8 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NV08 BUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 125 V-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda XL 125 V-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NV08 BUW registered?

NV08 BUW is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 11 April 2008.

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