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2003 Honda NX650

Blue Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,874 mi
Last recorded38,874 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda NX65022,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE689 NOW
MakeHonda
ModelNX650
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 38,874 miles

Headlight taped up to dip flat

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 37,263 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2025 37,263 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 36,727 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2024 36,726 miles

Front Stop lamp not working switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 36,039 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2022 35,052 miles

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

throttle can catch on clocks at full lock due to improper routing

Nearside Front clutch lever bracket is lose and the mount position can move

Fail 29 Jan 2022 35,052 miles

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

throttle can catch on clocks at full lock due to improper routing

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Nearside Front clutch lever bracket is lose and the mount position can move

Pass 18 Dec 2020 34,503 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 34,258 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2019 34,251 miles

Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 33,311 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 31,526 miles

Rear disc inner face worn

Fail 25 Jul 2017 31,526 miles

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

Rear disc inner face worn

Pass 17 Aug 2016 27,173 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 25,982 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 26,811 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 24,832 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 24,811 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 24,788 miles

How Reliable is the Honda NX650?

Based on 9,865 MOT tests across 1,148 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
549
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 108
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 68
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E689 NOW is a 2003 Honda NX650 in Blue with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Honda NX650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 22,318 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 NX650 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E689 NOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NX650 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 23 years old, this Honda NX650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E689 NOW registered?

E689 NOW is a 2003 Honda NX650, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is E689 NOW safe to buy?

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