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LR08 ZFO

2008 Honda XL 650 V-6

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,737 mi
Last recorded18,737 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 650 V-69,559 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 ZFO
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 18,737 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2019 17,564 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2018 16,345 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 15,769 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 15,769 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2016 15,037 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 14,625 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 14,255 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2014 14,255 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 13,538 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2012 12,591 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 10,969 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-6?

Based on 3,377 MOT tests across 306 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
1,046
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
306
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 35
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 13
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LR08 ZFO is a 2008 Honda XL 650 V-6 in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL 650 V-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 9,559 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 650 V-6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LR08 ZFO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-6 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LR08 ZFO registered?

LR08 ZFO is a 2008 Honda XL 650 V-6, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is LR08 ZFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR08 ZFO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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