CarVerify

Free Car Check

GF53 SZR

2003 Honda XL650

Silver Petrol 649cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

29,647 mi
Last recorded29,647 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 SZR
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2024 29,647 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 28,657 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 28,441 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 27,665 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 27,665 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 26,624 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Oct 2015 25,884 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 22,342 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 18,292 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 15,599 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 15,141 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 11,887 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 6,132 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 5,130 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
Full Honda XL650 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GF53 SZR is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GF53 SZR, 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

How do I check the history of GF53 SZR?

You can check the full history of GF53 SZR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GF53 SZR registered?

GF53 SZR is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is GF53 SZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 SZR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GF53 SZR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GF53 SZR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.