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FG59 RNF

2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9

Red Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

38,509 mi
Last recorded38,509 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-918,338 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG59 RNF
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-9
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 38,509 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 35,134 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 31,002 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 28,093 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2021 26,677 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2021 26,677 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 26,557 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 25,223 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 20,078 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 20,078 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2015 17,792 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 14,665 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 12,599 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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FG59 RNF is a 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9 in Red with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FG59 RNF, 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 FG59 RNF registered?

FG59 RNF is a 2009 Honda XL 700 VA-9, first registered on 4 December 2009.

Is FG59 RNF safe to buy?

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