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EO52 EBF

2002 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2016
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

76,931 mi
Last recorded76,931 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Honda XL65020,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO52 EBF
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2015 76,931 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2015 76,925 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2014 74,250 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 72,982 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 72,978 miles

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 67,449 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 67,404 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 63,524 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 63,524 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2010 60,338 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 54,618 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 54,366 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 44,902 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2007 36,539 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 27,578 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 27,575 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2005 26,810 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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EO52 EBF is a 2002 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2002 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 20,878 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 EO52 EBF, 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 24 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EO52 EBF registered?

EO52 EBF is a 2002 Honda XL650, first registered on 8 September 2002.

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