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SM09 UXG

2009 Honda XL 125 V-8

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

26,137 mi
Last recorded26,137 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 Honda XL 125 V-820,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM09 UXG
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2024 26,137 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 7 Oct 2024 26,137 miles

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 May 2023 25,405 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 22,575 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame,and swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 22,445 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2020 22,444 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear tyre perishing

Pass 13 Apr 2019 21,541 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2019 21,541 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 21,041 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 20,173 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 12,594 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 7,926 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 7,926 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 7,276 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 4,978 miles

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

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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SM09 UXG is a 2009 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2009 Honda XL 125 V-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 20,152 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 SM09 UXG, 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 17 years old, this Honda XL 125 V-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SM09 UXG is a 2009 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 18 July 2009.

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