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ML57 KGV

2007 Honda XL 125 V-7

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

12,909 mi
Last recorded12,909 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2007 Honda XL 125 V-717,532 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML57 KGV
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-7
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 12,909 miles
Fail 8 May 2025 12,909 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 12,376 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 11,161 miles

gear lever loose

Fail 11 Apr 2023 11,161 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

gear lever loose

Pass 22 Mar 2022 9,695 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 8,903 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 8,773 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 7,721 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 7,468 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 6,281 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 4,688 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 3,900 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 3,900 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2013 2,923 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 2,396 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 17 Jan 2012 2,396 miles

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 2,363 miles

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

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

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

front brake sticking slightly

How Reliable is the Honda XL 125 V-7?

Based on 3,112 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
1,491
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 80
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Drive chain excessively loose 36
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ML57 KGV is a 2007 Honda XL 125 V-7 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2007 Honda XL 125 V-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 17,532 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 XL 125 V-7 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ML57 KGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 125 V-7 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 19 years old, this Honda XL 125 V-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ML57 KGV registered?

ML57 KGV is a 2007 Honda XL 125 V-7, first registered on 8 October 2007.

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