CarVerify

Free Car Check

AP03 BDE

2003 Honda XL650

Silver Petrol 647cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

43,689 mi
Last recorded43,689 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 BDE
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2019 43,689 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 40,011 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2018 40,011 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 35,871 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 33,523 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 30,576 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Offside fork gaitor split.

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 17 Oct 2014 30,496 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside fork gaitor split.

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 26,839 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 22,931 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

front brake binding slightly

Pass 20 Oct 2011 17,995 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2011 17,995 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 16,193 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 12,516 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 12,131 miles

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

cut in front tyre not down to cords

Pass 15 Sep 2007 11,403 miles

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

front tyre has very small split on tread

Pass 25 Jul 2006 9,938 miles

Rear 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
Full Honda XL650 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AP03 BDE is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Silver with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 AP03 BDE, 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

How do I check the history of AP03 BDE?

You can check the full history of AP03 BDE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AP03 BDE registered?

AP03 BDE is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 11 July 2003.

Is AP03 BDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP03 BDE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AP03 BDE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AP03 BDE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.