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WF08 FYK

2008 Honda XL 125 V-7

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

35,471 mi
Last recorded35,471 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-715,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 FYK
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-7
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 35,471 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2025 35,466 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Fairing panel slightly insecure under seat

Rear Pillion grab handle slightly insecure

Pass 18 Apr 2024 34,549 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2024 34,509 miles

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

Front Motorcycle structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced fairing (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

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

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Feb 2022 31,670 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 30,106 miles

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

nearside hand grip condition

Pass 18 Feb 2020 29,236 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 29,231 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 28,995 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 26,518 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 21,849 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2013 18,001 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2013 18,001 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 17,991 miles

cowl under headlamp missing

two exhaust clamps missing

Fail 20 Apr 2012 17,991 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

cowl under headlamp missing

roller brake test indicates a slightly binding rear brake

two exhaust clamps missing

How Reliable is the Honda XL 125 V-7?

Based on 3,112 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
1,491
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 80
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Drive chain excessively loose 36
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WF08 FYK is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-7 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL 125 V-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 15,556 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-7 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WF08 FYK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 125 V-7 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Honda XL 125 V-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WF08 FYK registered?

WF08 FYK is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-7, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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