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KF05 SWK

2005 Honda XL 650 V-4

Silver Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,211 mi
Last recorded27,211 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Honda XL 650 V-418,114 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF05 SWK
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-4
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 27,211 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 14,985 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 14,618 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 13,596 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 13,596 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2014 11,968 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 1 Feb 2014 11,968 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 10,337 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 8,159 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2011 5,465 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 4,184 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 3,000 miles

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

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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KF05 SWK is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-4 in Silver with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL 650 V-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 18,114 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 KF05 SWK, 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 21 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 KF05 SWK registered?

KF05 SWK is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-4, first registered on 5 March 2005.

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