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HK08 PGX

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Red Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,279 mi
Last recorded49,279 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 PGX
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2021 49,279 miles

Nearside Front slight damp on front fork

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 47,456 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 46,785 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit 1mm thickness (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 44,410 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2016 40,660 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 37,542 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 32,265 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 26,905 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 22,538 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 18,504 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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HK08 PGX is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Red with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HK08 PGX, 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 HK08 PGX registered?

HK08 PGX is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is HK08 PGX safe to buy?

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