MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
45,031 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation foot brake (4.3.2 (a) (ii))
Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
slight bind to front brake
Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Headlamp switch faulty main beam to dip (1.2.4)
Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front slight bind in brake
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
How Reliable is the Honda XL 125 V-8?
Based on 2,929 MOT tests across 273 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SB08 YYR is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.
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 SB08 YYR, 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 SB08 YYR registered?
SB08 YYR is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 4 June 2008.
Is SB08 YYR safe to buy?
The MOT history for SB08 YYR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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