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GK51 FZJ

2001 Honda XL650

Grey Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

37,221 mi
Last recorded37,221 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda XL65022,758 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 FZJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 37,221 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2025 37,183 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 37,074 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 36,996 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 36,681 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 36,368 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 35,634 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2018 34,584 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 33,595 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 32,542 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 31,278 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 29,190 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 24,877 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 22,442 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 21,959 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

slight drag at front brakes

Pass 3 Mar 2010 21,744 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 21,337 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 17 Nov 2008 21,337 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 20,252 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 17,258 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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GK51 FZJ is a 2001 Honda XL650 in Grey with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2001 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 22,758 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 GK51 FZJ, 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 25 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 GK51 FZJ registered?

GK51 FZJ is a 2001 Honda XL650, first registered on 5 November 2001.

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