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CX51 CNF

2001 Honda XL650

Silver Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

41,389 mi
Last recorded41,389 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda XL65022,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX51 CNF
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 41,389 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

front tyre perished and split

rear tyre perished and split

Fail 8 Aug 2025 41,362 miles

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted loose (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2024 41,168 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 39,854 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 39,025 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2022 39,023 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2019 38,369 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 36,656 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 34,610 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear tyre has lite cracking

Fail 23 Sep 2017 34,595 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear tyre has lite cracking

Pass 24 Jun 2016 34,447 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 33,734 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 32,775 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 27,558 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 24,618 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 22,807 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 22,807 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2007 22,287 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 19,509 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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CX51 CNF is a 2001 Honda XL650 in Silver with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2001 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 22,758 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 CX51 CNF, 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 25 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CX51 CNF registered?

CX51 CNF is a 2001 Honda XL650, first registered on 17 December 2001.

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