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YD08 SSU

2008 Honda Sh 125-7

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

23,866 mi
Last recorded23,866 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Sh 125-715,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 SSU
MakeHonda
ModelSh 125-7
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 23,866 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 23,834 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 23,762 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 23,707 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 23,445 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 23,445 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Engine mounting/bracket bracket fractured (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2018 23,332 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 23,332 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 22,566 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Headstock (6.1.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2016 20,215 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 14,193 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 13,672 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 12,484 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 10,003 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2012 10,003 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 7,814 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 7,814 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

How Reliable is the Honda Sh 125-7?

Based on 3,031 MOT tests across 328 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
1,911
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
328
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 62
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 39
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 36
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 25
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YD08 SSU is a 2008 Honda Sh 125-7 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2008 Honda Sh 125-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 15,888 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 Sh 125-7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YD08 SSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Sh 125-7 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Sh 125-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YD08 SSU registered?

YD08 SSU is a 2008 Honda Sh 125-7, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is YD08 SSU safe to buy?

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