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HX08 XAL

2008 Kymco Super 8 125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2016
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

15,537 mi
Last recorded15,537 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2015
Typical for 2008 Kymco Super 8 12513,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX08 XAL
MakeKymco
ModelSuper 8 125
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2015 15,537 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

exhaust mounting missing/defective - 1 bolt missing

front panelwork assembly loose

ignition switch faulty

rear brake lever operation stiff

speedo/meter defective

Fail 16 Jan 2015 15,533 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

1 of 2 exhausts mounts damaged/defective

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front panelwork assembly damaged/loose

ignition switch faulty

rear brake is stiff to operate

speedo/meter defective

Pass 27 Nov 2013 9,538 miles

front tyre perished

front tyre unevenly worn

Fail 25 Nov 2013 9,538 miles

Rear Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

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

front tyre perished

front tyre unevenly worn

rear brake travel

Pass 2 Oct 2012 9,538 miles

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 1 Oct 2012 9,538 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

handle bar cowling loose

Pass 30 Sep 2011 9,538 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 9,538 miles

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

nearside brake lever reserve travel

Fail 13 Oct 2010 9,538 miles

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

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

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Kymco Super 8 125?

Based on 1,107 MOT tests across 239 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
1,797
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
239
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 19
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 12
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
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HX08 XAL is a 2008 Kymco Super 8 125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

Across all 2008 Kymco Super 8 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 13,010 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 Kymco Super 8 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX08 XAL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kymco Super 8 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Kymco Super 8 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HX08 XAL registered?

HX08 XAL is a 2008 Kymco Super 8 125, first registered on 11 March 2008.

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