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YX08 RZZ

2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8

Black Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,641 mi
Last recorded42,641 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-815,817 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 RZZ
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2026 42,641 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 38,584 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 36,835 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 36,352 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 36,151 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 33,069 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 32,469 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Apr 2016 32,115 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 31,380 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 30,538 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Mar 2013 28,883 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 24,361 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 16,614 miles

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

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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YX08 RZZ is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8 in Black with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YX08 RZZ, 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 YX08 RZZ registered?

YX08 RZZ is a 2008 Honda XL 700 VA-8, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is YX08 RZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX08 RZZ shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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