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AO03 KUB

2003 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 KUB
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2024
Pass 20 May 2023

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear 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))

Pass 5 Mar 2022

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020
Pass 10 Oct 2019
Pass 10 Oct 2018 35,872 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 35,872 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2017 24,594 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey rear exhaust box (7.1.1b)

chain dry ?

Pass 2 Nov 2015 24,343 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 24,331 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 20,774 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 16,998 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 16,348 miles

front brake binding slightly

Pass 30 Mar 2012 15,558 miles

front brake starting to bind on

offside front brake hose twisted

rear tyre getting low

Pass 1 Apr 2011 13,694 miles

all brake pads 3/4 worn

Pass 8 Feb 2010 11,019 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2009 6,671 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 6,312 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 5,683 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda XL650?

Based on 15,621 MOT tests across 1,262 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
1,131
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 212
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 176
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 158
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 122
Drive chain excessively loose 82
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AO03 KUB is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 19,970 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 212 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO03 KUB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL650 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO03 KUB registered?

AO03 KUB is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is AO03 KUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO03 KUB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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