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HK08 YTZ

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Red Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

14,938 mi
Last recorded14,938 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 YTZ
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 14,938 miles

Central Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 13,952 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 13,580 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess Wheel rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Fork legs (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 13,023 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 12,350 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 Jul 2021 12,350 miles

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

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2020 11,773 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 11,151 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 10,478 miles

Front forks slightly pitted

Pass 12 Jul 2017 9,618 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 8,849 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 24 Jun 2015 8,130 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2015 8,130 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 7,261 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2013 5,753 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 4,851 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 4,034 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 YTZ is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Red with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 YTZ, 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 HK08 YTZ registered?

HK08 YTZ is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 12 July 2008.

Is HK08 YTZ safe to buy?

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