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DN03 OOW

2003 Honda XR650

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

25,029 mi
Last recorded25,029 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda XR6505,968 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN03 OOW
MakeHonda
ModelXR650
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 25,029 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 24,952 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 21,482 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 17,997 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 17,649 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 16,941 miles

Drive chain slightly tight tight spot (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear chain adjuster not touching the bolt ?

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

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 21 Aug 2021 16,941 miles

Drive chain slightly tight tight spot (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear chain adjuster not touching the bolt ?

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

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 16,517 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 16,268 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2018 14,647 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 14,647 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 14,487 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 10,729 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 10,058 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 9,576 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 8,457 miles

Front mud gaurd rubbing on frame.

Fail 1 Aug 2013 8,457 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front mud gaurd rubbing on frame.

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 9 Aug 2012 8,245 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 7,485 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 11 Aug 2011 7,483 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Jun 2010 4,481 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 4,498 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 4,399 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 19 Jul 2008 4,399 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Jul 2007 3,904 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 3,141 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 3,141 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XR650?

Based on 5,377 MOT tests across 711 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
436
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
711
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 53
Horn not working 35
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
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DN03 OOW is a 2003 Honda XR650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Honda XR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 5,968 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 XR650 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DN03 OOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR650 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Honda XR650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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DN03 OOW is a 2003 Honda XR650, first registered on 14 July 2003.

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