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BF05 UXN

2005 Honda XL 650 V-4

Silver Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

21,761 mi
Last recorded21,761 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda XL 650 V-418,114 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 UXN
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-4
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 21,761 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower bush on dog leg. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 21,238 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2023 20,397 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 20,056 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 19,619 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 18,799 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 18,799 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2019 16,667 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 16,119 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 15,385 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 14,946 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 13,446 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jun 2016 13,424 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 11,747 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 May 2014 8,544 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 8,543 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 8,286 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 7,131 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 6,562 miles

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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BF05 UXN is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-4 in Silver with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL 650 V-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 18,114 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 BF05 UXN, 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 21 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BF05 UXN?

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What year was BF05 UXN registered?

BF05 UXN is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-4, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is BF05 UXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF05 UXN 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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