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EJ12 RGO

2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b

Grey Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,561 mi
Last recorded41,561 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b12,882 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ12 RGO
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 Va-b
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2025 41,561 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 May 2024 40,466 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 39,583 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 39,558 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 38,578 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 37,890 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 36,424 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 34,867 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 May 2015 28,920 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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EJ12 RGO is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b in Grey with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EJ12 RGO, 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 EJ12 RGO registered?

EJ12 RGO is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b, first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is EJ12 RGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ12 RGO shows 9 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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