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CX55 WUH

2005 Honda XL 650 V-5

Silver Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

29,274 mi
Last recorded29,274 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda XL 650 V-521,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX55 WUH
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 29,274 miles

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2024 28,939 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2023 28,301 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 27,795 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 27,365 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 26,939 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 25,546 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 25,299 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 25,200 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 24,623 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 23,852 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 22,197 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 22,197 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 30 May 2013 20,161 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 13,570 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 13,492 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 12,874 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 12,359 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 10,965 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 10,965 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-5?

Based on 1,257 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
1,284
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
Drive chain excessively loose 5
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CX55 WUH is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5 in Silver with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 21,229 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 XL 650 V-5 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CX55 WUH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CX55 WUH registered?

CX55 WUH is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5, first registered on 4 October 2005.

Is CX55 WUH safe to buy?

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