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LB08 SBV

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Yellow Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,561 mi
Last recorded33,561 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 33,561 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2025 33,561 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 31,403 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 29,215 miles

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

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

Rear Rear tyre has foreign object (nail) in tread

Pass 20 Aug 2022 27,771 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 23,634 miles

nail in rear tyre

oil leak

Fail 24 Aug 2021 23,624 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

nail in rear tyre

oil leak

Pass 22 Aug 2020 15,299 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 11,862 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 7,825 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 5,880 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 4,734 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 3,147 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 1,533 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 1,533 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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 SBV is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Yellow with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SBV, 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 SBV registered?

LB08 SBV is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is LB08 SBV safe to buy?

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