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GJ12 BYU

2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b

Grey Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,202 mi
Last recorded12,202 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b12,882 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ12 BYU
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 Va-b
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2026 12,202 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 11,266 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 10,635 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 10,043 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 8,590 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 7,570 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 6,440 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 5,712 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 5,318 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 5,125 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2016 4,763 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 4,058 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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GJ12 BYU is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b in Grey with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GJ12 BYU, 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

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What year was GJ12 BYU registered?

GJ12 BYU is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is GJ12 BYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ12 BYU shows 12 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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