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LB08 OGO

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Yellow Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

45,752 mi
Last recorded45,752 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 OGO
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 45,752 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 43,994 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 41,838 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play Very slight (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 37,125 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 32,625 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 28,929 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 27,256 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 27,046 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 26,157 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 23,268 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 23,268 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 20,819 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 20,819 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 16,575 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2014 12,270 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 12,270 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 11,176 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 11,176 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 10,134 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2011 8,519 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 8,519 miles

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

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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LB08 OGO is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Yellow with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 LB08 OGO, 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 LB08 OGO registered?

LB08 OGO is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is LB08 OGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB08 OGO shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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