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CA08 ZTX

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Red Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

61,329 mi
Last recorded61,329 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 ZTX
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 61,329 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 17 Mar 2026 61,329 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 57,691 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 53,237 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Feb 2024 53,209 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Offside 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 3 Mar 2023 50,817 miles

drive chain needs lubrication

slight play (up and down ) in rear suspension

Pass 25 Feb 2022 47,885 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 44,742 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 44,327 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 41,543 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 37,964 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2017 30,112 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 24,710 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2015 19,098 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 13,978 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 12,391 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 9,461 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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CA08 ZTX is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Red with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 CA08 ZTX, 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 CA08 ZTX registered?

CA08 ZTX is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 18 July 2008.

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