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SP12 NLK

2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b

White Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,337 mi
Last recorded40,337 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b12,882 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP12 NLK
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 Va-b
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 40,337 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 5 May 2026 40,337 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 40,141 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 40,127 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2023 40,127 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 34,599 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front tyre close to wear limit of 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Advise rear pads approx 3 mm remaining (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 21,961 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 12,178 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 9,606 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 5,008 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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SP12 NLK is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b in White with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SP12 NLK, 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 SP12 NLK registered?

SP12 NLK is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b, first registered on 31 March 2012.

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