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FA54 VUV

2005 Honda XR650

White Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,868 mi
Last recorded59,868 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda XR6506,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA54 VUV
MakeHonda
ModelXR650
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 59,868 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 55,665 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 52,551 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 49,581 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2023 49,575 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 47,069 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 45,621 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 43,562 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 41,657 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 39,250 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 37,018 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 36,317 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 16,212 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 15,214 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 15,203 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2012 10,593 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 9 May 2012 10,593 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

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

Rear Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 May 2011 7,876 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XR650?

Based on 5,377 MOT tests across 711 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
436
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
711
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 53
Horn not working 35
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
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FA54 VUV is a 2005 Honda XR650 in White with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Honda XR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 6,292 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XR650 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FA54 VUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR650 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 21 years old, this Honda XR650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FA54 VUV registered?

FA54 VUV is a 2005 Honda XR650, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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