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AU58 SVO

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Blue Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,700 mi
Last recorded44,700 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU58 SVO
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Jul 2025 44,700 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn discs has excess movement (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 42,716 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 May 2023 35,766 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 27,229 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 20,834 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 20,723 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2020 19,290 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 18,935 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 17,639 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 14,583 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 12,370 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 9,042 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 8,068 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 6,992 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 SVO is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Blue with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SVO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU58 SVO registered?

AU58 SVO is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 19 November 2008.

Is AU58 SVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU58 SVO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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