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FT09 LHZ

2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9

Black Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,885 mi
Last recorded17,885 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-918,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT09 LHZ
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-9
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2025 17,885 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 15,974 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 15,354 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 14,822 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 14,255 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 13,646 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 13,120 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 12,435 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 10,439 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 8,543 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 7,872 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 6,607 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 700 VA-9?

Based on 2,589 MOT tests across 244 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
1,315
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
244
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
Drive chain excessively loose 6
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FT09 LHZ is a 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9 in Black with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 18,338 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL 700 VA-9 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FT09 LHZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 700 VA-9 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Honda XL 700 VA-9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FT09 LHZ registered?

FT09 LHZ is a 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9, first registered on 24 June 2009.

Is FT09 LHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT09 LHZ shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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