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RY57 LWM

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

35,559 mi
Last recorded35,559 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY57 LWM
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2024 35,559 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swinging arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2024 35,559 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 33,805 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 33,184 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 26,711 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

for test with R & L headlights temporarily masked - to flatten beam image in headlight tester.

Pass 24 Aug 2019 20,961 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 17,996 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 17,996 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2017 14,914 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 May 2016
Fail 26 May 2016

Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

Pass 29 May 2015 8,406 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 5,039 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 1,835 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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RY57 LWM is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RY57 LWM, 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 RY57 LWM registered?

RY57 LWM is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 25 January 2008.

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