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CE03 TSX

2003 Honda XL650

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,228 mi
Last recorded30,228 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE03 TSX
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 30,228 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 27,773 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 26,721 miles
Fail 20 May 2023 26,694 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 26,025 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 25,215 miles

RADIATORS AIRFLOW BLANKED OFF

Pass 9 Jul 2020 24,033 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 22,282 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 22,282 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Throttle operating incorrectly throttle sticking/jamming (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively both front calipers (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 15,597 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 15,597 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2017 8,397 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 5,917 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 5,022 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 5,022 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 4,564 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 4,228 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 4,198 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 3,707 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2006 3,040 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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CE03 TSX is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 CE03 TSX, 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 CE03 TSX registered?

CE03 TSX is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 15 April 2003.

Is CE03 TSX safe to buy?

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