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EN57 HHB

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Yellow Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

27,520 mi
Last recorded27,520 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN57 HHB
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 27,520 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 17 kgf deflection front discs (1.2.1 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned adjustment to left required (2.4 (a))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 27,282 miles

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

Fail 29 Feb 2024 27,282 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 27,009 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 25,919 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 23,768 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 22,498 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2017 18,857 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2017 18,857 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 10,726 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 7,700 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 3,516 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 2,761 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 2,263 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 1,763 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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EN57 HHB 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 86.7%.

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 EN57 HHB, 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 EN57 HHB registered?

EN57 HHB is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 8 January 2008.

Is EN57 HHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN57 HHB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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