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FG08 MXV

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Yellow Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,704 mi
Last recorded28,704 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 MXV
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 28,704 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 27,689 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 27,622 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 27,247 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2023 27,247 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2022 26,918 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 24,672 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 21,781 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 20,048 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2014 17,022 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 9 Apr 2013 12,074 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2013 12,074 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2012 7,922 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 3,321 miles

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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FG08 MXV is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Yellow with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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-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 FG08 MXV, 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 FG08 MXV registered?

FG08 MXV is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FG08 MXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 MXV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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