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LA11 FRL

2011 Honda XL 700 Va-b

Grey Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,124 mi
Last recorded35,124 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Honda XL 700 Va-b15,461 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA11 FRL
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 Va-b
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 35,124 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2025 34,234 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 32,134 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 28,075 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2021 26,414 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 24,508 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 24,508 miles

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

Position lamp not working Rear light (4.2.1 (a))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick Rear brakes (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2019 21,706 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 16,661 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 11,627 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 10,945 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 9,036 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 6,098 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 6,098 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 700 Va-b?

Based on 1,530 MOT tests across 171 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
1,203
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
171
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively loose 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 5
Drive chain worn to excess 5
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LA11 FRL is a 2011 Honda XL 700 Va-b in Grey with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Honda XL 700 Va-b models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 15,461 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-b fails its MOT is drive chain excessively loose, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA11 FRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 700 Va-b typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 15 years old, this Honda XL 700 Va-b is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LA11 FRL registered?

LA11 FRL is a 2011 Honda XL 700 Va-b, first registered on 12 August 2011.

Is LA11 FRL safe to buy?

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