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BD03 XOJ

2003 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

14,606 mi
Last recorded14,606 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 XOJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 14,606 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 12,307 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 11,645 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 11,304 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 10,983 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2019 10,979 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements Needs adjusting so the lamp illuminates when brake is applied, it will currently only illuminate under heavy braking (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 9,591 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2017 8,051 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 8,051 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 6,200 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 5,850 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 5,850 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 5,522 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 5,233 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 5,233 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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BD03 XOJ is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BD03 XOJ, 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

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What year was BD03 XOJ registered?

BD03 XOJ is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is BD03 XOJ safe to buy?

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