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SM08 BYD

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

20,267 mi
Last recorded20,267 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 BYD
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2024 20,267 miles

Front tyre is soft

Pass 25 Oct 2022 20,241 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 20,210 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 20,179 miles

front and rear brakes sticking slightly

Pass 30 Sep 2017 16,642 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 10,813 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 9,922 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 7 Aug 2015 9,922 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 9,356 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 9,096 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 8,619 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 5,187 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2011 5,187 miles

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

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

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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SM08 BYD 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 84.6%.

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 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 SM08 BYD, 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 SM08 BYD registered?

SM08 BYD is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is SM08 BYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 BYD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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