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GL57 OHW

2007 Honda XL650

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

47,305 mi
Last recorded47,305 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Honda XL65018,116 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 OHW
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 47,305 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 45,237 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 44,270 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2023 44,270 miles

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

Front Stop lamp not working switch lubricated (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 43,844 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 43,841 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2020 43,841 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 42,514 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Jun 2019 42,514 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2018 41,637 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 39,519 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 39,489 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim not tested BECAUSE THE DIP LIGHT DOSE NOT LIGHT UP (1.6)

Central Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 8 Apr 2016 36,199 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 29,418 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 23,971 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2013 18,769 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 16,256 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Mar 2012 16,256 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 13,736 miles

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

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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GL57 OHW is a 2007 Honda XL650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2007 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 18,116 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 GL57 OHW, 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 19 years old, this Honda XL650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GL57 OHW registered?

GL57 OHW is a 2007 Honda XL650, first registered on 20 December 2007.

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