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CX51 HTJ

2001 Honda XL650

Black Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

75,342 mi
Last recorded75,342 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda XL65022,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX51 HTJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 75,342 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 67,363 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 62,300 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 54,462 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 47,226 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 46,343 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 42,893 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 40,319 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 33,397 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 28,375 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 28,375 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 28,213 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Jan 2015 28,213 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 27,487 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Fail 27 Aug 2013 27,483 miles

Rear Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 26,286 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 24,097 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 22,396 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2009 19,768 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 17,586 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 15,429 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 13,371 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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 HTJ is a 2001 Honda XL650 in Black with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HTJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CX51 HTJ registered?

CX51 HTJ is a 2001 Honda XL650, first registered on 5 November 2001.

Is CX51 HTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX51 HTJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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