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AU58 VKV

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Blue Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,732 mi
Last recorded8,732 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU58 VKV
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2025 8,732 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 8,562 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 8,479 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 8,381 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 7,265 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 7,211 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 6,725 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 6,604 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 6,380 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 6,245 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 5,607 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 4,434 miles

front tyre perished and worn unevenly

Pass 4 Sep 2012 4,282 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 3,849 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Offside front brake hose,out of clamp, at bottom yoke

How Reliable is the Honda XL 700 VA-8?

Based on 3,915 MOT tests across 392 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
1,168
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
392
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Drive chain excessively loose 20
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AU58 VKV is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Blue with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 15,817 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL 700 VA-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU58 VKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 700 VA-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Honda XL 700 VA-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU58 VKV registered?

AU58 VKV is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is AU58 VKV safe to buy?

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