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WF09 AKX

2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9

White Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

42,090 mi
Last recorded42,090 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-918,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF09 AKX
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-9
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 42,090 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2024 41,958 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2023 36,099 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2022 24,513 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 24,500 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 24,006 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Mar 2020 24,006 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

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

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

Rear drive chain link split

Rear sprocket fitted to rear hub on incorrect side affecting chain alignment

Pass 30 Jun 2018 23,554 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2017 22,618 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2017 22,613 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 11 May 2016 20,696 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 20,696 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW

front tyre has crack:S IN

Pass 31 Mar 2015 15,957 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2013 15,327 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 11,451 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 10,358 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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WF09 AKX is a 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9 in White with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WF09 AKX, 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.

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What year was WF09 AKX registered?

WF09 AKX is a 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9, first registered on 16 April 2009.

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