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KF53 UUY

2003 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

20,317 mi
Last recorded20,317 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF53 UUY
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2024 20,317 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 20,280 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 24 Mar 2022 20,262 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 20,262 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 19,915 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 19,859 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 17,906 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 17,830 miles

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

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

Fail 27 May 2017 17,830 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 17,311 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 16,835 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 16,345 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 15,687 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 14,910 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2011 13,994 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 13,994 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 12,582 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 11,394 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2008 10,608 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2008 10,608 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 6,319 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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KF53 UUY is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 647cc 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 KF53 UUY, 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.

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What year was KF53 UUY registered?

KF53 UUY is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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