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HJ05 UHD

2005 Honda XL650

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

22,756 mi
Last recorded22,756 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda XL65015,543 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ05 UHD
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 22,756 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2024 22,249 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 21,941 miles

Wheel spoke slightly corroded front and rear (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 21,956 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 21,312 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 21,135 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 20,774 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 20,342 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 19,589 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 19,031 miles

Fairing insecure but not likely to impede the steering FULL LOCK (2.1.2e)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 18,191 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 17,008 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 16,428 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 15,461 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 13,018 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 10,714 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

slight noise from rear mono shock

Pass 1 May 2009 7,048 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 4,522 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 4,522 miles

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

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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HJ05 UHD is a 2005 Honda XL650 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 15,543 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 HJ05 UHD, 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 21 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 HJ05 UHD registered?

HJ05 UHD is a 2005 Honda XL650, first registered on 4 May 2005.

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The MOT history for HJ05 UHD shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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