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RV58 UPT

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,015 mi
Last recorded22,015 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 UPT
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 22,015 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 17,335 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil L/H Fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Slightly perrished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 15,318 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 15,151 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 14,864 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 14,483 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 26 Mar 2021 14,483 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 13,355 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 12,265 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 12,265 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2017 9,696 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 29,590 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 29,589 miles

Front Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 8,027 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Oct 2013 7,027 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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RV58 UPT is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RV58 UPT, 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 RV58 UPT registered?

RV58 UPT is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is RV58 UPT safe to buy?

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