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ST12 ARZ

2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b

White Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,177 mi
Last recorded8,177 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b12,882 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST12 ARZ
MakeHonda
ModelXL 700 Va-b
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2026 8,177 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2025 7,478 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 6,972 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 6,120 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 5,193 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 4,668 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2019 3,969 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 3,609 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2017 3,254 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2016 2,862 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 2,630 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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ST12 ARZ is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b in White with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ST12 ARZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ST12 ARZ?

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What year was ST12 ARZ registered?

ST12 ARZ is a 2012 Honda XL 700 Va-b, first registered on 16 May 2012.

Is ST12 ARZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST12 ARZ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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