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FY08 ECT

2008 Honda XL700

Red Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,295 mi
Last recorded38,295 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL70016,906 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 ECT
MakeHonda
ModelXL700
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 38,295 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 36,352 miles

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))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 34,735 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 32,548 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Feb 2023 32,539 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 31,094 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 30,104 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 29,117 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 26,873 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 25,092 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Feb 2017 23,279 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Feb 2016 21,479 miles

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))

Fail 13 Feb 2015 18,728 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 18,728 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 17,315 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 14,610 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 11,560 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 11,560 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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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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