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RO09 SHV

2009 Honda XL700

Black Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,000 mi
Last recorded31,000 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2016
Typical for 2009 Honda XL70016,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO09 SHV
MakeHonda
ModelXL700
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2016 31,000 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 26,900 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 23,120 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 23,120 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2013 21,686 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 19 Nov 2013 21,686 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 19,030 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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RO09 SHV is a 2009 Honda XL700 in Black with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 Honda XL700 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 16,306 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 RO09 SHV, 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 17 years old, this Honda XL700 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RO09 SHV registered?

RO09 SHV is a 2009 Honda XL700, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is RO09 SHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO09 SHV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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