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MT12 YMD

2012 Honda XL 700 VA-9

White Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,804 mi
Last recorded21,804 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT12 YMD
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 VA-9
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 21,804 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 May 2024 18,345 miles
Fail 4 May 2024 18,345 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Pass 3 May 2023 13,406 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 12,686 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 11,001 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 8,482 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 8,450 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Jul 2015 7,295 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 700 VA-9?

Based on 2,589 MOT tests across 244 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
1,315
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
244
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
Drive chain excessively loose 6
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MT12 YMD is a 2012 Honda XL 700 VA-9 in White with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Honda XL 700 VA-9 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT12 YMD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 700 VA-9 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Honda XL 700 VA-9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MT12 YMD registered?

MT12 YMD is a 2012 Honda XL 700 VA-9, first registered on 1 July 2012.

Is MT12 YMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT12 YMD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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