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HX08 TXT

2008 Yamaha XT 125 R

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,504 mi
Last recorded32,504 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT 125 R6,024 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX08 TXT
MakeYamaha
ModelXT 125 R
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 32,504 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 24,777 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 May 2019 20,904 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured Faded. (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Fail 27 Apr 2019 20,893 miles

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

Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface Obscured by L plate. (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators slightly discoloured Faded. (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2018 20,434 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 23 Jan 2018 20,434 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2017 19,001 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 19,001 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2016 13,291 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 8,570 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 8,570 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jan 2014 4,650 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 4,650 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 4,575 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 2,698 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT 125 R?

Based on 4,195 MOT tests across 557 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
1,419
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
557
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 165
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 143
reflector on motorcycle missing 121
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 116
Direction indicator incorrect colour 106
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HX08 TXT is a 2008 Yamaha XT 125 R in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XT 125 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 6,024 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 Yamaha XT 125 R fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 165 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX08 TXT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT 125 R typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha XT 125 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HX08 TXT is a 2008 Yamaha XT 125 R, first registered on 9 August 2008.

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