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EX58 VSD

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,391 mi
Last recorded25,391 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX58 VSD
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 25,391 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 21,218 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 16,857 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 16,638 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 15,840 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 15,512 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear tyre walls starting to perish / cracks

Fail 30 Jan 2018 15,512 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear tyre walls starting to perish / cracks

Pass 6 Feb 2017 15,185 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 14,924 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 14,876 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2014 12,448 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 9,354 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 7,315 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 7,181 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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EX58 VSD is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EX58 VSD, 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 EX58 VSD registered?

EX58 VSD is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is EX58 VSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX58 VSD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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