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AP03 BFA

2003 Honda XL650

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,461 mi
Last recorded25,461 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 BFA
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2016 25,461 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 25,460 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2015 12,870 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Oct 2008 11,970 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 11,636 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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AP03 BFA is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BFA, 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 AP03 BFA registered?

AP03 BFA is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 15 August 2003.

Is AP03 BFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP03 BFA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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