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BL08 FHV

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Blue Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

21,850 mi
Last recorded21,850 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 FHV
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 21,850 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 20,237 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2024 20,237 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 17,111 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 15,218 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 14,058 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 13,355 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 11,569 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 10,687 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 6,829 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 6,452 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 5,065 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 4,187 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 4,160 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 4,158 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 4,135 miles

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

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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BL08 FHV is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Blue with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BL08 FHV, 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 BL08 FHV registered?

BL08 FHV is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 15 August 2008.

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The MOT history for BL08 FHV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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