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PX58 PKA

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

31,911 mi
Last recorded31,911 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX58 PKA
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 31,911 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 18 Jan 2025 30,673 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 Jan 2025 30,662 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2023 28,958 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2023 28,958 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2022 12,525 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 12,521 miles

Rear Rear tyre showing slight cracking in rubber on sidewall

Pass 13 Jun 2020 11,767 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 9,543 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 9,543 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 5,492 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 4,168 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 3,575 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 3,062 miles

Left hand mirror snapped off leaving sharp edges

Pass 3 Sep 2013 2,493 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 2,152 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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PX58 PKA is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PX58 PKA, 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 PX58 PKA registered?

PX58 PKA is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 11 September 2008.

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The MOT history for PX58 PKA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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