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AF09 JOA

2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9

Black Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,553 mi
Last recorded36,553 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-918,338 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 JOA
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-9
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2026 36,553 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 34,183 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2023 32,101 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 29,322 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 28,734 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 28,223 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2020 27,112 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 26,326 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 22,513 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 17,467 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 11,788 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 10,588 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 8,495 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 700 VA-9?

Based on 2,589 MOT tests across 244 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
1,315
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
244
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
Drive chain excessively loose 6
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AF09 JOA is a 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9 in Black with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 18,338 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL 700 VA-9 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF09 JOA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 700 VA-9 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Honda XL 700 VA-9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AF09 JOA registered?

AF09 JOA is a 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9, first registered on 18 March 2009.

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