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AU58 SVL

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Grey Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,353 mi
Last recorded132,353 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU58 SVL
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 132,353 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 130,856 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2023 14,200 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2023 14,200 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2022

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 13,987 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 13,263 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 12,611 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 10,870 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 10,870 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 9,929 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 9,791 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 9,619 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 9,619 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 7,948 miles

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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AU58 SVL is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Grey with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AU58 SVL, 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 AU58 SVL registered?

AU58 SVL is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 4 September 2008.

Is AU58 SVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU58 SVL shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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