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WU08 RFO

2008 Honda XL700

Grey Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

25,136 mi
Last recorded25,136 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Honda XL70016,906 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 RFO
MakeHonda
ModelXL700
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2022 25,136 miles

Nearside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened fork stauntion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened fork stauntion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust heat shield has 2 fixings missing

Pass 21 Aug 2019 24,883 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 24,501 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 17 May 2018 24,484 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 May 2017 24,152 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 23,752 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 23,726 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

one front spindle pinch bolt missing

Pass 31 Jan 2015 22,824 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 21,186 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 15,805 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 6,839 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL700?

Based on 1,369 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
1,123
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
121
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Drive chain excessively loose 4
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WU08 RFO is a 2008 Honda XL700 in Grey with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL700 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 16,906 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 XL700 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WU08 RFO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL700 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda XL700 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WU08 RFO registered?

WU08 RFO is a 2008 Honda XL700, first registered on 28 April 2008.

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