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DN03 WLE

2003 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

15,790 mi
Last recorded15,790 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN03 WLE
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Jan 2026 15,790 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Both tyres underinflated

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Handlebar slightly corroded (2.2.1 (c) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower mid section of frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre slight perishing

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Link to swingarm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Shock to link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 15,631 miles

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

Handlebar slightly corroded (2.2.1 (c) (ii))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 15,167 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2024 15,159 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 13,687 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 13,124 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 12,860 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 12,690 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 12,469 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 12,385 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 12,316 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 12,158 miles

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 11,931 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 11,698 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2013 11,037 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 8,525 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 7,453 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 6,136 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 5,041 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 3,551 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 2,598 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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DN03 WLE is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 19,970 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 DN03 WLE, 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 23 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DN03 WLE is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 11 March 2003.

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