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AP54 NWE

2004 Honda XL 650 V-4

Black Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

61,758 mi
Last recorded61,758 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda XL 650 V-417,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP54 NWE
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-4
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 61,758 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2026 61,758 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 61,476 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2023 61,326 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 60,493 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 60,462 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 59,590 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 56,739 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 50,927 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 48,281 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 43,962 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front brake is slightly binding

Pass 20 May 2014 43,230 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 23 May 2013 41,053 miles

Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 15 May 2012 39,612 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 37,611 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 May 2011 37,611 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 33,352 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 31,142 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 24,170 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-4?

Based on 2,355 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
1,011
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Drive chain excessively loose 12
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AP54 NWE is a 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4 in Black with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 17,003 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL 650 V-4 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP54 NWE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-4 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AP54 NWE registered?

AP54 NWE is a 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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The MOT history for AP54 NWE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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