MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
47,037 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Stop lamp not working pedal (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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GK53 VLC is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 GK53 VLC, 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 GK53 VLC registered?
GK53 VLC is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 11 September 2003.
Is GK53 VLC safe to buy?
The MOT history for GK53 VLC 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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