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KC06 BKO

2006 Honda XL 650 V-6

Silver Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

56,305 mi
Last recorded56,305 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Honda XL 650 V-617,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC06 BKO
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-6
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 56,305 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 48,659 miles
Fail 10 May 2023 48,642 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 45,994 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 38,809 miles

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

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

throttle slow to return

Pass 26 Jun 2015 34,114 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 34,114 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 23,306 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 23,189 miles

Both front forks have gaiters so unable to inspect for leaks

Very slight bind on front brake

Pass 4 Sep 2012 20,679 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 18,509 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 18,509 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 15,361 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-6?

Based on 3,377 MOT tests across 306 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
1,046
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
306
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 35
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 13
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KC06 BKO is a 2006 Honda XL 650 V-6 in Silver with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2006 Honda XL 650 V-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 17,161 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-6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KC06 BKO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-6 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KC06 BKO registered?

KC06 BKO is a 2006 Honda XL 650 V-6, first registered on 25 May 2006.

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