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CA09 FWS

2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9

Red Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,256 mi
Last recorded37,256 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-918,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA09 FWS
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-9
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 37,256 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Fail 21 May 2026 37,256 miles

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 23 May 2025 35,397 miles
Fail 22 May 2025 35,383 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 May 2024 32,496 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2023 30,239 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2022 29,095 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 28,682 miles

Rear brake performance reading slightly low

Fail 27 May 2021 28,681 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 27,892 miles

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

Rear Brake cylinder travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 24,985 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 21,843 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 19,788 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 16,818 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 14,797 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 12,526 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 9,591 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 8,684 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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CA09 FWS is a 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9 in Red with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 18,338 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 CA09 FWS, 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 17 years old, this Honda XL 700 VA-9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CA09 FWS registered?

CA09 FWS is a 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9, first registered on 27 June 2009.

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The MOT history for CA09 FWS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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