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GF12 ZMU

2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b

Black Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

26,267 mi
Last recorded26,267 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b12,882 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 ZMU
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 Va-b
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 26,267 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 25,588 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 23,754 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 23,754 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 22,849 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 22,787 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2021 22,787 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2020 22,411 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil O/S/F fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 21,769 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 19,433 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 15,919 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 12,854 miles

Front Notch in headstock bearing centre.

Pass 16 Jun 2015 9,363 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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GF12 ZMU is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b in Black with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GF12 ZMU, 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 GF12 ZMU?

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What year was GF12 ZMU registered?

GF12 ZMU is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is GF12 ZMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF12 ZMU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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