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PE08 VMJ

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,118 mi
Last recorded26,118 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 VMJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 26,118 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 25,243 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 24,414 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 23,030 miles

Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Upper Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 Oct 2015 23,030 miles

Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Upper Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 18,665 miles

Fork dust seals perished

Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 16,594 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 15,185 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 11,451 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 11,451 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 May 2011 11,288 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 11,255 miles

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

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

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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PE08 VMJ is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PE08 VMJ, 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 PE08 VMJ registered?

PE08 VMJ is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 11 April 2008.

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