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YH08 HKU

2008 Honda XL 125 V-7

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2020
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,277 mi
Last recorded19,277 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 125 V-715,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 HKU
MakeHonda
ModelXL 125 V-7
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2019 19,277 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 19,277 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 May 2014 17,452 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 17,452 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 7,042 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 4,766 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda XL 125 V-7?

Based on 3,112 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
1,491
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 80
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Drive chain excessively loose 36
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YH08 HKU is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-7 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL 125 V-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 15,556 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-7 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YH08 HKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 125 V-7 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Honda XL 125 V-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YH08 HKU?

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What year was YH08 HKU registered?

YH08 HKU is a 2008 Honda XL 125 V-7, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is YH08 HKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH08 HKU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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