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RE08 CMF

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,609 mi
Last recorded36,609 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 CMF
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 36,609 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2023 36,600 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2021 34,213 miles
Fail 18 May 2021 32,472 miles

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 23,721 miles

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

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front tyre perished on side wall

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 22,672 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 21,715 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Apr 2018 21,714 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 21,531 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 18,922 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 14,014 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 May 2014 7,745 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 6,024 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 4,100 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 2,050 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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RE08 CMF is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RE08 CMF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RE08 CMF registered?

RE08 CMF is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-8, first registered on 24 May 2008.

Is RE08 CMF safe to buy?

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