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AP57 XLC

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Grey Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

59,771 mi
Last recorded59,771 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP57 XLC
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2018 59,771 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2018 59,771 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 May 2017 49,322 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 45,494 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 38,891 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2014 32,956 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 11 May 2013 25,973 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 12 May 2012 23,559 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 17,116 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda XL 700 VA-8?

Based on 3,915 MOT tests across 392 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
1,168
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
392
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Drive chain excessively loose 20
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AP57 XLC is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Grey with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 15,817 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL 700 VA-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP57 XLC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 700 VA-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Honda XL 700 VA-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AP57 XLC registered?

AP57 XLC is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 2 January 2008.

Is AP57 XLC safe to buy?

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