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WJ58 UBE

2008 Honda XL700

Grey Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

22,259 mi
Last recorded22,259 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL70016,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ58 UBE
MakeHonda
ModelXL700
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 22,259 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 19,781 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 19,543 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 18,030 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 17,727 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 15,986 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 16 Nov 2013 15,350 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 15,350 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 12,045 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 8,373 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 8,373 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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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WJ58 UBE is a 2008 Honda XL700 in Grey with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 WJ58 UBE, 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 WJ58 UBE registered?

WJ58 UBE is a 2008 Honda XL700, first registered on 29 September 2008.

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