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RF08 YTT

2008 Honda XL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

28,001 mi
Last recorded28,001 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL12517,537 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 YTT
MakeHonda
ModelXL125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 28,001 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front FRONT BRAKE IS SLIGHTLY SPONGY IN OPERATION.

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy SLIGHTLY NOTCHY. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2025 28,001 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front FRONT BRAKE IS SLIGHTLY SPONGY IN OPERATION.

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy SLIGHTLY NOTCHY. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 26,342 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 22,303 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 21,674 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2016 21,666 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil r/h (2.3.3)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 20,045 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 17,391 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 17,390 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 12,799 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 9,501 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 9,501 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 4,123 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL125?

Based on 4,974 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

78.3%
Pass Rate
346
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 91
reflector on motorcycle missing 62
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 48
Drive chain excessively loose 48
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 45
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RF08 YTT is a 2008 Honda XL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 17,537 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 XL125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RF08 YTT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL125 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 18 years old, this Honda XL125 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RF08 YTT registered?

RF08 YTT is a 2008 Honda XL125, first registered on 5 July 2008.

Is RF08 YTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF08 YTT shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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