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DG54 VBX

2004 Honda XL 650 V-4

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,922 mi
Last recorded37,922 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda XL 650 V-417,003 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG54 VBX
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-4
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 37,922 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2025 36,368 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked slightly. (0.1 (b))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2025 36,362 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn 4.4mm measured, 4.5min, (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn 4.34mm measured, 4.5min. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked slightly. (0.1 (b))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2024 33,898 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2022 32,484 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2022 32,484 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 27,521 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 25,876 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2016 25,867 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 25,843 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 23,909 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 23,830 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 23,820 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 21,288 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 21,160 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 17,965 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 15,749 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 12,711 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 7,153 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2007 1,782 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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DG54 VBX is a 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4 in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 17,003 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-4 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG54 VBX, 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 22 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG54 VBX registered?

DG54 VBX is a 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is DG54 VBX safe to buy?

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