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WP09 GZS

2009 Honda XL 125 V-8

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

30,525 mi
Last recorded30,525 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Honda XL 125 V-820,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP09 GZS
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 30,525 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 30,350 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2024 30,074 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2024 30,065 miles

Handlebar excessively deformed (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2023 29,454 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 29,009 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 28,382 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2020 28,319 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 28,314 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 28,212 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 27,945 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre wearing out of shape (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

repair in rear tyre

Pass 5 Aug 2016 27,927 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2016 27,925 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 22,409 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 16,816 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 16,362 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 16,362 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 8,143 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 7,907 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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WP09 GZS is a 2009 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 WP09 GZS, 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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WP09 GZS is a 2009 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 18 June 2009.

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