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AV12 YTS

2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b

Grey Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

39,287 mi
Last recorded39,287 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b12,882 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 YTS
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 Va-b
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 39,287 miles
Fail 1 May 2025 39,287 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls DOES NOT ILLUMINATE WITH OPERATION OF FRONT BRAKE - POSSIBLY SWITCH (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2024 37,143 miles
Fail 17 May 2024 37,143 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 35,408 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 30,215 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 25,301 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 20,822 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 19,278 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 15,525 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 11,956 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 20 Nov 2017 11,933 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 7,649 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2015 3,446 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 700 Va-b?

Based on 1,530 MOT tests across 171 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
1,203
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
171
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively loose 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 5
Drive chain worn to excess 5
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AV12 YTS is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b in Grey with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 12,882 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 XL 700 Va-b fails its MOT is drive chain excessively loose, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV12 YTS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 700 Va-b typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Honda XL 700 Va-b is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV12 YTS registered?

AV12 YTS is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b, first registered on 16 June 2012.

Is AV12 YTS safe to buy?

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