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DS52 AKZ

2003 Honda XL650

Black Petrol 549cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

2,529 mi
Last recorded2,529 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS52 AKZ
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine549cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 2,529 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 2,163 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 1,851 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 1,645 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 1,106 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 997 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2020 996 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 May 2019 504 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 305 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 305 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Apr 2015

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 41,220 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Slight dampness around front brake master cylinder

Pass 17 Nov 2010 40,895 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 17 Nov 2010 40,895 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

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

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 24 Sep 2008 40,528 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 39,939 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 38,728 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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DS52 AKZ is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Black with a 549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 DS52 AKZ, 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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What year was DS52 AKZ registered?

DS52 AKZ is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is DS52 AKZ safe to buy?

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