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P80 SJF

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

36,689 mi
Last recorded36,689 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP80 SJF
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 36,689 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2026 36,684 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both forks have light misting (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 35,256 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 31,624 miles

Exhaust clamp missing {Not blowing gasses at time of test}. Exhaust pipe corroded at front down pipe joint area.

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2021 31,624 miles

Exhaust clamp missing {Not blowing gasses at time of test}. Exhaust pipe corroded at front down pipe joint area.

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 26,987 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2019 25,974 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2019 25,974 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 21,194 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 28 Aug 2018 21,194 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 18,377 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear tyre outer side walls in poor condition

Pass 12 Sep 2016 18,291 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 18,291 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted bent (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Aug 2015 18,283 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 17,621 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

front tyre starting to perish

Fail 8 Jul 2014 17,621 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

front tyre starting to perish

Pass 28 Jun 2013 15,757 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 15,733 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 6,944 miles

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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P80 SJF is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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-8 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P80 SJF, 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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P80 SJF is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 2 April 2008.

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