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FV05 ZRA

2005 Honda XL 650 V-5

Silver Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

27,744 mi
Last recorded27,744 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda XL 650 V-521,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 ZRA
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 27,744 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 27,516 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2024 27,509 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2023 22,302 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 21,677 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 21,483 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 21,256 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 21,254 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2018 20,569 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 19,285 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 19,176 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 17,693 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 14,315 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 14,309 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 11,440 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 11,294 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 10,056 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 10,042 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 9,512 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 9,155 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 9,155 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 6,288 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-5?

Based on 1,257 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
1,284
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
Drive chain excessively loose 5
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FV05 ZRA is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5 in Silver with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 21,229 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 XL 650 V-5 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV05 ZRA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FV05 ZRA registered?

FV05 ZRA is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is FV05 ZRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 ZRA shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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