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MK13 DVY

2013 Honda XL 700 Va-b

Grey Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,745 mi
Last recorded31,745 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 2013 Honda XL 700 Va-b12,850 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK13 DVY
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 Va-b
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 31,745 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 May 2023 31,292 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 30,317 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2022 30,317 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 May 2021 27,839 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 25,366 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 21,426 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2018 19,684 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 11 May 2018 19,584 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 18,032 miles

front brake lever is bent

nearside fork seal is misting

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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MK13 DVY is a 2013 Honda XL 700 Va-b in Grey with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2013 Honda XL 700 Va-b models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 12,850 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 MK13 DVY, 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 13 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 MK13 DVY registered?

MK13 DVY is a 2013 Honda XL 700 Va-b, first registered on 15 March 2013.

Is MK13 DVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK13 DVY shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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