Honda Xl700 Va MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 32 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 21.9%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Xl700 Va MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Xl700 Va is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 32 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.1% and a failure rate of 21.9%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Xl700 Va earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda Xl700 Va presents for MOT with approximately 13,783 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Xl700 Va is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 18.8% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle structure and attachments at 12.5%. Motorcycle drive system rounds out the top three at 9.4%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 18.8% | 6 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 12.5% | 4 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Suspension | 9.4% | 3 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 9.4% | 3 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Drive System | 9.4% | 3 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 6.3% | 2 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Brakes | 3.1% | 1 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Tyres | 3.1% | 1 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Steering | 3.1% | 1 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 3.1% | 1 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 3.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 13,783 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 13.60 | 18.8% | 6 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 9.07 | 12.5% | 4 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 6.80 | 9.4% | 3 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 6.80 | 9.4% | 3 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 6.80 | 9.4% | 3 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 4.53 | 6.3% | 2 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 2.27 | 3.1% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 2.27 | 3.1% | 1 |
| Motorcycle steering | 2.27 | 3.1% | 1 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 2.27 | 3.1% | 1 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 2.27 | 3.1% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Xl700 Va has 13,783 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Honda Xl700 Va has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 15.89% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Honda Xl700 Va MOT Data
The Honda Xl700 Va is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 32 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.1% and a failure rate of 21.9%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Xl700 Va owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle structure and attachments for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Xl700 Va is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 18.8% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 18.8% of MOT failures on the Honda Xl700 Va. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle structure and attachments — 12.5% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 12.5% of MOT failures on the Honda Xl700 Va. Motorcycle structure and attachments issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle drive system — 9.4% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 9.4% of MOT failures on the Honda Xl700 Va. Motorcycle drive system issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Xl700 Va?
Based on 32 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Honda Xl700 Va has an overall pass rate of 78.1% (21.9% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Xl700 Va?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Xl700 Va fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (18.8%), 2. Motorcycle structure and attachments (12.5%), 3. Motorcycle drive system (9.4%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Xl700 Va reliable?
With a 21.9% MOT failure rate, the Xl700 Va is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Xl700 Va?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (18.8%); Motorcycle structure and attachments (12.5%); Motorcycle drive system (9.4%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.