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NY08 FFE

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Red Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

26,329 mi
Last recorded26,329 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNY08 FFE
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 26,329 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly corroded

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

Pass 29 Aug 2024 25,203 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2023 22,448 miles

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

Offside Front Front O/S spindle retaining device cracked

Pass 24 Aug 2022 19,939 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 18,063 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 17,090 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Exhaust link pipe slight corrosion

Pass 2 Sep 2019 16,808 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 16,808 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 14,795 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 11,014 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 11,014 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 9,512 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 9,000 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 8,995 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 6,470 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 5,952 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 5,547 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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NY08 FFE is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Red with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 NY08 FFE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NY08 FFE registered?

NY08 FFE is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is NY08 FFE safe to buy?

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