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LA08 TFV

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Red Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

34,155 mi
Last recorded34,155 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 TFV
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 34,155 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 30,032 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 27,761 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 22,145 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 21,484 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 17,176 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 17,176 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake caliper damaged and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

grips stuck

Pass 24 Mar 2018 15,370 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 15,361 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Mar 2017 14,621 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 13,449 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 13,012 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Mar 2015 13,012 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 12,146 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 12,146 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 11,055 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 8,723 miles

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

Rear 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.

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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LA08 TFV 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 76.5%.

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 LA08 TFV, 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 LA08 TFV registered?

LA08 TFV is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 14 August 2008.

Is LA08 TFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA08 TFV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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