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BF62 OAE

2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b

Black Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,195 mi
Last recorded26,195 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b12,882 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF62 OAE
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 Va-b
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 26,195 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 25,709 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 24,040 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 23,018 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 20,202 miles
Fail 18 May 2022 20,175 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 17,241 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 16,970 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 14,625 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 11,916 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 9,545 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 6,468 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 4,198 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2015 4,198 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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BF62 OAE is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b in Black with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BF62 OAE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BF62 OAE?

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What year was BF62 OAE registered?

BF62 OAE is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b, first registered on 12 October 2012.

Is BF62 OAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF62 OAE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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