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VLZ 1823

2008 Honda XL

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

49,819 mi
Last recorded49,819 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL20,459 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLZ 1823
MakeHonda
ModelXL
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 49,819 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 44,154 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 39,308 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 39,125 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Nov 2022 34,583 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2021 28,281 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 23,073 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 18,160 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2019 18,160 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 14,463 miles

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

EXHAUST CORRODED

Pass 25 Sep 2017 14,394 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL?

Based on 3,619 MOT tests across 559 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
754
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
559
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Horn not working 12
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VLZ 1823 is a 2008 Honda XL in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 20,459 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VLZ 1823, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 18 years old, this Honda XL is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VLZ 1823?

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What year was VLZ 1823 registered?

VLZ 1823 is a 2008 Honda XL, first registered on 7 January 2008.

Is VLZ 1823 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLZ 1823 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VLZ 1823 have outstanding finance?

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