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LB08 AUJ

2008 Honda XL650

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

21,460 mi
Last recorded21,460 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL65018,671 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 AUJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 21,460 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2025 21,457 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Jul 2024 20,686 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 20,459 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 19,833 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 19,085 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2021 19,084 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 18,671 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 17,863 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 16,889 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 16,415 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 14,989 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 13,943 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 12,323 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

fork seals slightly weaping

Pass 24 May 2013 10,443 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

all brake pads starting to wear low

bolt missing on exhaust collector box

Pass 14 May 2012 8,766 miles

n/s fork seal slightly misted

Pass 28 May 2011 6,668 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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LB08 AUJ is a 2008 Honda XL650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 18,671 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 LB08 AUJ, 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 18 years old, this Honda XL650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB08 AUJ registered?

LB08 AUJ is a 2008 Honda XL650, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is LB08 AUJ safe to buy?

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