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LG12 XWH

2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b

White Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,694 mi
Last recorded49,694 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b12,882 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG12 XWH
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 Va-b
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2025 49,694 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 49,523 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2024 49,507 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Wheel spoke missing (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 48,462 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 46,278 miles
Fail 19 May 2021 46,278 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 12 May 2020 40,974 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 35,614 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 30,746 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 22,343 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 15,761 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 8 Dec 2015 15,761 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 14,402 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 14,402 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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LG12 XWH 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 71.4%.

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 LG12 XWH, 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 LG12 XWH registered?

LG12 XWH is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b, first registered on 18 May 2012.

Is LG12 XWH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG12 XWH shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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