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FT62 EKF

2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b

Black Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,184 mi
Last recorded18,184 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b12,882 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT62 EKF
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 Va-b
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2025 18,184 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 16,431 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre Sidewall showing signs of starting to perish, small cracks.

Pass 13 Jun 2023 13,725 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 13,718 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 12,126 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 11,868 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 11,560 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 7,712 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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FT62 EKF is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b in Black with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 FT62 EKF, 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 FT62 EKF registered?

FT62 EKF is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b, first registered on 16 November 2012.

Is FT62 EKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT62 EKF shows 8 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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