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CV08 HLE

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Yellow Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

10,897 mi
Last recorded10,897 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 HLE
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 10,897 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 10,806 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 10,533 miles
Fail 3 May 2024 10,533 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 9,992 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2023 9,992 miles

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Apr 2022 9,794 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 9,511 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 8,876 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 8,483 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 7,766 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 7,766 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 6,273 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 4,964 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 972 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 821 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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CV08 HLE is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Yellow with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 CV08 HLE, 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 CV08 HLE registered?

CV08 HLE is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is CV08 HLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV08 HLE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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