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FV03 MOA

2003 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

62,683 mi
Last recorded62,683 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 MOA
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2025 62,683 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 61,667 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 57,758 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2022 48,664 miles

Throttle return slow

Pass 9 Jan 2021 42,076 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Throttle return slow

Pass 30 Dec 2019 37,589 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 37,241 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 36,891 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 35,717 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 32,687 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 28,943 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 26,287 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 26,287 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2009 22,358 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 17,812 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 16,392 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 13,757 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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FV03 MOA is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FV03 MOA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV03 MOA registered?

FV03 MOA is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 11 July 2003.

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