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GU54 PTZ

2004 Honda XL 650 V-4

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

32,821 mi
Last recorded32,821 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda XL 650 V-417,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU54 PTZ
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-4
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 32,821 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 32,198 miles

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

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

Rear slight play in suspension linkages

Fail 18 Jan 2022 32,198 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Rear slight play in suspension linkages

Pass 16 Mar 2020 31,671 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 30,639 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 72,779 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 72,125 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brakes binding but not excessive

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 71,135 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 13 Mar 2013 71,135 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 66,172 miles

filler cap lock stiff

Fail 9 Mar 2012 66,169 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Front tyre perished and close to wear limit

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

filler cap lock stiff

Fail 3 Mar 2011 53,354 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

lights, reflector, number plate cleaned for test

Pass 3 Mar 2011 53,354 miles

lights, reflector, number plate cleaned for test

Pass 10 Mar 2010 38,165 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2008 23,949 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2008 18,037 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 17,003 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-4?

Based on 2,355 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
1,011
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Drive chain excessively loose 12
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GU54 PTZ is a 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4 in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 17,003 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 XL 650 V-4 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU54 PTZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-4 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GU54 PTZ registered?

GU54 PTZ is a 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4, first registered on 13 October 2004.

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The MOT history for GU54 PTZ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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