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LG09 ZMV

2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9

White Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,739 mi
Last recorded45,739 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-918,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG09 ZMV
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-9
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 45,739 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 44,870 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 9 Sep 2024 44,870 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 44,262 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 43,319 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2022 43,319 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2021 41,695 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 41,526 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2020 41,526 miles

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

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

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 May 2019 38,041 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 15 May 2019 38,041 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 30,470 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2017 29,603 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 19,913 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 10 Mar 2016 19,913 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Apr 2015 18,220 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 27 Mar 2015 18,220 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Apr 2014 14,357 miles

Exhausdt Slightly corroded

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 11 Apr 2013 9,821 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 9,821 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 7,765 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda XL 700 VA-9?

Based on 2,589 MOT tests across 244 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
1,315
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
244
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
Drive chain excessively loose 6
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LG09 ZMV is a 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9 in White with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 18,338 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-9 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG09 ZMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 700 VA-9 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Honda XL 700 VA-9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LG09 ZMV registered?

LG09 ZMV is a 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9, first registered on 12 March 2009.

Is LG09 ZMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG09 ZMV shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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