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CE08 FBF

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Grey Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,167 mi
Last recorded20,167 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 FBF
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2021 20,167 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2021 20,167 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2018 16,786 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 13,774 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 13,708 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2015 11,852 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 10,092 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 9,828 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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CE08 FBF is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Grey with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CE08 FBF, 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 CE08 FBF registered?

CE08 FBF is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is CE08 FBF safe to buy?

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