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AO56 SHX

2006 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,705 mi
Last recorded35,705 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 Honda XL65019,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 SHX
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 35,705 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 34,519 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2021 31,165 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 29,470 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2019 27,124 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2019 27,124 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2018 22,646 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 19,899 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2016 18,093 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 18,093 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 10,930 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 10,268 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 9,049 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 9,049 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 8,037 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 6,919 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 5,982 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 4,981 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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AO56 SHX is a 2006 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 19,606 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO56 SHX, 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 20 years old, this Honda XL650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO56 SHX registered?

AO56 SHX is a 2006 Honda XL650, first registered on 28 December 2006.

Is AO56 SHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO56 SHX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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