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FX03 ZZS

2003 Honda XL650

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

50,910 mi
Last recorded50,910 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 ZZS
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2017 50,910 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2016 50,900 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)

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint excessively worn pedal (3.2.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2015 47,979 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2014 45,223 miles

rear tyre perished

slight bind brakes

Fail 19 Apr 2013 45,209 miles

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

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

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

Fail 11 May 2012

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint excessively worn (3.2.A1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 44,540 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 May 2010 42,956 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 42,956 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 40,508 miles

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

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

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

Fail 7 Jun 2008 40,503 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 39,243 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 34,746 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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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FX03 ZZS is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 FX03 ZZS, 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.

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What year was FX03 ZZS registered?

FX03 ZZS is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 24 March 2003.

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