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PN08 EUT

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

35,961 mi
Last recorded35,961 miles
Recorded on6 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 EUT
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2017 35,961 miles

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

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

Fail 3 May 2017 35,956 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2016 32,735 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2016 32,735 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 24,557 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 28,463 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2014 28,335 miles

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

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

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Rear tyre just above 1mm

Pass 5 Mar 2013 26,160 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 24,179 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2012 24,179 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 21,199 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Feb 2011 21,199 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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PN08 EUT is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 PN08 EUT, 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 PN08 EUT registered?

PN08 EUT is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 9 May 2008.

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