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CP08 KZS

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Yellow Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,873 mi
Last recorded28,873 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 KZS
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 3 May 2025 28,873 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 26,487 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 24,914 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2022 24,374 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 24,249 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 23,894 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 22,376 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 19,796 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 15,997 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 12,514 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 9,552 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 7,865 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2012 7,107 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 6,041 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 3,147 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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CP08 KZS is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Yellow with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CP08 KZS, 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 CP08 KZS registered?

CP08 KZS is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is CP08 KZS safe to buy?

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