MOT Status
ValidMileage
38,295 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
How Reliable is the Honda XL700?
Based on 1,369 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FY08 ECT is a 2008 Honda XL700 in Red with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 FY08 ECT, 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 FY08 ECT registered?
FY08 ECT is a 2008 Honda XL700, first registered on 21 March 2008.
Is FY08 ECT safe to buy?
The MOT history for FY08 ECT shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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