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HD03 UEN

2003 Honda XL650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

27,061 mi
Last recorded27,061 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD03 UEN
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 27,061 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 25,641 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 25,634 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 24,020 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 21,985 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 21,956 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 21,928 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 20,293 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 18,533 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 18,088 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front and rear tyre walls perished

front brake slight bind

Fail 14 Feb 2014 18,088 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

front and rear tyre walls perished

front brake slight bind

Pass 2 Feb 2013 16,456 miles

unable to check fork seals due to gaitors being fitted

Fail 24 Jan 2013 16,452 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

unable to check fork seals due to gaitors being fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2012 14,994 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 13,699 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 9 Mar 2010 10,949 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2010 10,949 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 8,718 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 8,718 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 7,273 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 4,371 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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HD03 UEN is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 HD03 UEN, 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

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What year was HD03 UEN registered?

HD03 UEN is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 11 August 2003.

Is HD03 UEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD03 UEN shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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