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LB58 GBF

2009 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Yellow Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2023
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

76,060 mi
Last recorded76,060 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2022
Typical for 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-816,558 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB58 GBF
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2009
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2022 76,060 miles

Central Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2022 76,060 miles

Central Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 69,893 miles

Central Front Outer Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Central Rear swing arm/exhaust and shock very rusty

Pass 8 Jul 2019 65,684 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 65,478 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak n/s and o/s. (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2018 34,356 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 32,984 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2014 32,984 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 32,984 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2012 40,242 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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LB58 GBF is a 2009 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 60%.

Across all 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.6% with a typical mileage of 16,558 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 LB58 GBF, 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 17 years old, this Honda XL 700 VA-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LB58 GBF is a 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 7 February 2009.

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