MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
77,779 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Handlebars possibly bent
Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)
Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Handlebars possibly bent
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Honda XL 700 VA-8?
Based on 3,915 MOT tests across 392 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BL08 VKG is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Yellow 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 BL08 VKG, 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 BL08 VKG registered?
BL08 VKG is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 27 June 2008.
Is BL08 VKG safe to buy?
The MOT history for BL08 VKG 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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