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AO53 HFV

2003 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

32,708 mi
Last recorded32,708 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 HFV
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2022 32,708 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 32,029 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 31,943 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 31,398 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 31,398 miles

Central Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user re tuned (1.7.3a)

Central Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on bulb (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2017 31,265 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 30,534 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 30,475 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 30,314 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2013 30,067 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 30,059 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 30,052 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 19 May 2011 29,778 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 28,769 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 27,499 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 25,828 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 19,574 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 18,319 miles

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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AO53 HFV is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AO53 HFV, 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.

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What year was AO53 HFV registered?

AO53 HFV is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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