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HW57 AWJ

2007 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Red Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

21,097 mi
Last recorded21,097 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Honda XL 700 VA-821,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW57 AWJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 21,097 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 21,086 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 21,038 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 21,023 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 21,011 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 20,881 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 20,870 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 20,786 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 20,786 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 15,658 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 7,744 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 6,079 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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HW57 AWJ is a 2007 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Red with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2007 Honda XL 700 VA-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.6% with a typical mileage of 21,086 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 HW57 AWJ, 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 19 years old, this Honda XL 700 VA-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HW57 AWJ registered?

HW57 AWJ is a 2007 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 20 December 2007.

Is HW57 AWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW57 AWJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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