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KW08 DGE

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Yellow Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 DGE
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2020
Fail 9 Jun 2020

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Apr 2019 31,325 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 27,399 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 22,850 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 18,763 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2015 13,623 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 11,431 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 5,819 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 4,278 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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KW08 DGE is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Yellow with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 15,817 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 KW08 DGE, 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 18 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 KW08 DGE registered?

KW08 DGE is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 26 July 2008.

Is KW08 DGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 DGE shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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