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WP12 ETK

2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b

White Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

48,851 mi
Last recorded48,851 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b12,882 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP12 ETK
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 Va-b
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 48,851 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 43,393 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 36,201 miles

Rear Rear registration plate reduced in overall size

Fail 5 Oct 2023 36,201 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Rear registration plate reduced in overall size

Pass 30 Sep 2022 28,658 miles

Rear registration plate reduced in overall size

Fail 30 Sep 2022 28,658 miles

Rear registration plate reduced in overall size

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 23,334 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 21,397 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 16,977 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 16,973 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Number Plate has honey comb effect (0.1 (d))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 12,012 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 2,760 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 2,421 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 2,389 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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WP12 ETK is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b in White with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WP12 ETK, 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 WP12 ETK registered?

WP12 ETK is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b, first registered on 9 June 2012.

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The MOT history for WP12 ETK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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