MOT Status
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26,846 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies brake lever (1.3.1a)
Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Honda XL 700 VA-8?
Based on 3,915 MOT tests across 392 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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GU08 VVD 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 GU08 VVD, 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 GU08 VVD registered?
GU08 VVD is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 1 March 2008.
Is GU08 VVD safe to buy?
The MOT history for GU08 VVD 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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