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AO04 HPP

2004 Honda XL 650 V-4

Black Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

13,514 mi
Last recorded13,514 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda XL 650 V-417,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO04 HPP
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-4
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 13,514 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 12,868 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 12,183 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear Swinging Arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2021 12,134 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear swinging arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2020 11,794 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear swinging arm. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2019 9,594 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear swinging arm and lower frame structure. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2018 8,268 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated Silencer to front pipe clamp. (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Rear swining arm and lower frame structure. (6.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 8,192 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated Silencer to front pipe clamp. (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Rear swinging arm. (6.1.1a)

Fail 10 Sep 2016 8,192 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated Silencer to front pipe clamp. (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Rear swinging arm. (6.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 7,896 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 7,851 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 7,655 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2013 7,647 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel insecure (4.2.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2012 7,066 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 6,141 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 6,028 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2009 5,879 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2008 5,768 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 5,539 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-4?

Based on 2,355 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
1,011
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Drive chain excessively loose 12
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AO04 HPP is a 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4 in Black with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 17,003 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL 650 V-4 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO04 HPP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-4 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AO04 HPP is a 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4, first registered on 5 March 2004.

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