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RE08 CNK

2008 Honda XL 125 V-8

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

47,004 mi
Last recorded47,004 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-815,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 CNK
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 47,004 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2025 41,693 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2024 36,899 miles

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

exhaust noisy

rear footrest missing

Pass 13 Feb 2023 32,544 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 30,751 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

rear foot rest mising but not needed

Fail 3 Feb 2022 30,747 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

rear foot rest mising but not needed

Pass 27 Oct 2020 29,304 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 27,881 miles

clutch lever damaged but can still be readily operated

o/s mirror cracked

Pass 26 Oct 2018 24,331 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Oct 2018 24,331 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivot excessively tight (1.1.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 19,095 miles

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play slight play rear swing arm bushes (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Oct 2016 14,893 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

tyre starting

Pass 23 Oct 2015 11,617 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 9,960 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 6,886 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 CNK 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 86.7%.

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 CNK, 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 RE08 CNK registered?

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

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