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GP08 BXY

2008 Honda XL700

Yellow Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

35,983 mi
Last recorded35,983 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL70016,906 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 BXY
MakeHonda
ModelXL700
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 35,983 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 32,622 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 28,758 miles

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

Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2023 25,331 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre worn to 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust corrosion at joint with silencer

Pass 12 Mar 2022 22,103 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 21,035 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 20,856 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 20,510 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 20,506 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 18,736 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 18,597 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 18,429 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 18,241 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 18,036 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 17,773 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Jun 2011 13,482 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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GP08 BXY is a 2008 Honda XL700 in Yellow with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GP08 BXY, 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 GP08 BXY registered?

GP08 BXY is a 2008 Honda XL700, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is GP08 BXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 BXY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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