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EA56 OSE

2006 Honda XL 650 V-6

Red Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

21,032 mi
Last recorded21,032 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda XL 650 V-617,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA56 OSE
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-6
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 21,032 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2025 18,317 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 17,898 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 16,278 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 15,085 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 14,725 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 14,725 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2019 14,574 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 14,287 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 13,681 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 13,346 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 12,528 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 11,547 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 10,539 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 9,755 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 23 Sep 2011 9,114 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Sep 2011 9,114 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 8,999 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 8,872 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-6?

Based on 3,377 MOT tests across 306 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
1,046
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
306
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 35
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 13
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EA56 OSE is a 2006 Honda XL 650 V-6 in Red with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2006 Honda XL 650 V-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 17,161 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL 650 V-6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EA56 OSE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-6 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EA56 OSE registered?

EA56 OSE is a 2006 Honda XL 650 V-6, first registered on 21 October 2006.

Is EA56 OSE safe to buy?

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