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GD03 BBF

2003 Honda XL650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

40,228 mi
Last recorded40,228 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD03 BBF
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 40,228 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 36,570 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 35,669 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 34,213 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced LED blub fitted possible poor quality (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 33,220 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 32,650 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 32,118 miles

Dampness around brake caliper bleeds screws.

Pass 3 Sep 2015 30,996 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 30,996 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2011 30,570 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 11 Jul 2011 30,562 miles

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

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 28,895 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 28,895 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 23,968 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 19,735 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 14,836 miles

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

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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GD03 BBF is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GD03 BBF, 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 GD03 BBF registered?

GD03 BBF is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 28 June 2003.

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