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SM12 JYE

2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b

White Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,786 mi
Last recorded25,786 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2019
Typical for 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b12,882 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 JYE
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 Va-b
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2019 25,786 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 19,480 miles

Offside Rear Upper chain adjuter missing

Pass 12 Oct 2017 11,524 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 11,524 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 3,588 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 465 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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SM12 JYE is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b in White with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SM12 JYE, 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 SM12 JYE registered?

SM12 JYE is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is SM12 JYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 JYE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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