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AV10 VEP

2010 Honda XL 700 VA-9

White Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

34,363 mi
Last recorded34,363 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2010 Honda XL 700 VA-916,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV10 VEP
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-9
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 34,363 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 33,013 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Sep 2024 32,953 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 31,765 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 30,419 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 28,374 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 28,110 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 26,145 miles

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

Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Fail 16 Jun 2020 26,072 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 3 May 2019 24,805 miles

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

slight run out front disc

Pass 18 May 2018 23,495 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 21,966 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2016 13,266 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight spots (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 May 2015 8,647 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 7,652 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2013 6,282 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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AV10 VEP is a 2010 Honda XL 700 VA-9 in White with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2010 Honda XL 700 VA-9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 16,523 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-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 AV10 VEP, 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 16 years old, this Honda XL 700 VA-9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV10 VEP registered?

AV10 VEP is a 2010 Honda XL 700 VA-9, first registered on 17 May 2010.

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