CarVerify

Free Car Check

ML09 XKV

2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9

Red Petrol 680cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,794 mi
Last recorded33,794 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-918,338 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationML09 XKV
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-9
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 33,794 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 33,763 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 32,344 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 32,220 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 32,106 miles

Drive chain slightly tight with rider seated. (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim slight buckle. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in rear mono link centre bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2021 32,106 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak oil leaking down fork leg. (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain slightly tight with rider seated. (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim slight buckle. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in rear mono link centre bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 32,056 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2019 32,033 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 31,969 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 31,833 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2017 29,282 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 26,818 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 24,437 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 24,433 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2014 22,885 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 22,885 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 21,130 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 14,542 miles

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
Full Honda XL 700 VA-9 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

ML09 XKV is a 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9 in Red with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 ML09 XKV, 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

How do I check the history of ML09 XKV?

You can check the full history of ML09 XKV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was ML09 XKV registered?

ML09 XKV is a 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9, first registered on 7 May 2009.

Is ML09 XKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML09 XKV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ML09 XKV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on ML09 XKV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.