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FV08 TDX

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Red Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

11,372 mi
Last recorded11,372 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 TDX
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 11,372 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear suspension corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2025 11,191 miles

Front tyre perishing

Rear tyre perishing

rear load box loose

Pass 10 Jun 2024 10,719 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

rear load box loose

Pass 17 Nov 2022 10,198 miles

Front Tyre slightly perished

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly perished

Pass 12 Nov 2021 9,770 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 9,393 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 May 2019 9,015 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 8,422 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 8,416 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 10 May 2017 7,993 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 7,568 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 May 2015 7,156 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 6,693 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 5,975 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 5,803 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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FV08 TDX is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Red with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 FV08 TDX, 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 FV08 TDX registered?

FV08 TDX is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is FV08 TDX safe to buy?

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