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SM09 KEJ

2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9

Yellow Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,848 mi
Last recorded13,848 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-918,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM09 KEJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-9
Year2009
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 13,848 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 13,388 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 13,008 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2023 13,008 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 12,732 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 12,388 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 12,109 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 11,284 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 11,277 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 10,126 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 8,951 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 7,845 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
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SM09 KEJ is a 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9 in Yellow with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SM09 KEJ, 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 SM09 KEJ registered?

SM09 KEJ is a 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9, first registered on 9 June 2009.

Is SM09 KEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM09 KEJ 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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