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CY08 DKL

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Yellow Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

12,211 mi
Last recorded12,211 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY08 DKL
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 12,211 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure Indicator mounting damaged. (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2025 12,211 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure Indicator mounting damaged. (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 11,458 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 10,942 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 9,374 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 8,102 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 7,894 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 7,377 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 6,663 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 5,030 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 3,933 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 3,165 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 2,950 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 2,769 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 2,123 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 1,942 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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CY08 DKL 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 93.8%.

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 CY08 DKL, 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 CY08 DKL registered?

CY08 DKL is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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The MOT history for CY08 DKL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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