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FD12 CWM

2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b

White Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

19,931 mi
Last recorded19,931 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b12,882 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD12 CWM
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 Va-b
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 19,931 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Jun 2025 19,931 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2024 17,036 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 16,036 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 15,173 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 14,678 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 12,836 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 11,528 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 May 2017 10,839 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 8,684 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 7,351 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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FD12 CWM is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b in White with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FD12 CWM, 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 FD12 CWM registered?

FD12 CWM is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b, first registered on 22 June 2012.

Is FD12 CWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD12 CWM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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