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DN02 FEV

2002 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

55,304 mi
Last recorded55,304 miles
Recorded on11 May 2024
Typical for 2002 Honda XL65020,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN02 FEV
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 May 2024 55,304 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 May 2023 50,110 miles

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2023 50,093 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 47,380 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 42,618 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2020 38,673 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 38,673 miles

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 36,149 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 33,358 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 30,879 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 30,879 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 29,603 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 29,603 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 29,551 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Apr 2015 29,551 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 29,355 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2013 29,078 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 28,005 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 21,680 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 17,416 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 16 Apr 2010 17,416 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 16,413 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 13,772 miles

Front Upper Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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

Pass 2 May 2007 8,771 miles

front fork seals not checked due to plastic covers fitted

signs of corrosion to exhaust system

Pass 19 Dec 2005 7,745 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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DN02 FEV is a 2002 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2002 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 20,878 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 DN02 FEV, 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 24 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DN02 FEV is a 2002 Honda XL650, first registered on 20 May 2002.

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