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SV12 UPD

2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b

White Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,590 mi
Last recorded30,590 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b12,882 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV12 UPD
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 Va-b
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 30,590 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 26,721 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2025 26,706 miles

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2023 26,373 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2023 26,295 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 26,230 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 25,874 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 24,256 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 31 May 2019 20,924 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 18,177 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 14,043 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 14,043 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 May 2016 9,036 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 9,036 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 30 May 2015 6,563 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 6,530 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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SV12 UPD is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b in White with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SV12 UPD, 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 SV12 UPD registered?

SV12 UPD is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b, first registered on 25 March 2012.

Is SV12 UPD safe to buy?

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