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AO05 YTU

2005 Honda XL 650 V-5

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,343 mi
Last recorded17,343 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda XL 650 V-521,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 YTU
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2026 17,343 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 16,753 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 14,734 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 12,323 miles

cracking to both tyres

slight play at rear wheel when jacked up

Pass 11 Sep 2017 11,886 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 10,741 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 May 2015 10,519 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 9,830 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 9,793 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 9,714 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Sep 2010 9,380 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Oct 2009 8,710 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 8,403 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-5?

Based on 1,257 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
1,284
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
Drive chain excessively loose 5
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AO05 YTU is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5 in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 21,229 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL 650 V-5 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO05 YTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO05 YTU registered?

AO05 YTU is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is AO05 YTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO05 YTU shows 13 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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