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HW10 CUU

2010 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Yellow Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

1,910 mi
Last recorded1,910 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 Honda XL 700 VA-811,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW10 CUU
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2010
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 1,910 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 879 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2024 4 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2024

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2019 31,145 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 26,234 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 21,718 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2016 16,232 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 11,768 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 6,771 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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HW10 CUU is a 2010 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Yellow with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2010 Honda XL 700 VA-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.7% with a typical mileage of 11,768 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 HW10 CUU, 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 16 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 HW10 CUU registered?

HW10 CUU is a 2010 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 12 July 2010.

Is HW10 CUU safe to buy?

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