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RV58 WDN

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

18,236 mi
Last recorded18,236 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 18,236 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2025 15,097 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2025 15,096 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 11,764 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 10,804 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 Dec 2022 10,804 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 10,647 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 10,359 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 10,162 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 9,948 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 9,277 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 9,113 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 8,899 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 8,606 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 7,468 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 4,450 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 2,966 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 WDN is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 WDN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV58 WDN registered?

RV58 WDN is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is RV58 WDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 WDN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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