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LC12 ARF

2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b

Grey Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,682 mi
Last recorded50,682 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2020
Typical for 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b12,882 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC12 ARF
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 Va-b
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2020 50,682 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 9 Oct 2020 50,682 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2019 48,606 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 45,179 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2018 45,177 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 36,556 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2016 28,585 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 17,547 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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LC12 ARF is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b in Grey with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 LC12 ARF, 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 LC12 ARF registered?

LC12 ARF is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b, first registered on 16 April 2012.

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