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LC52 VHJ

2002 Honda XL650

Silver Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

23,711 mi
Last recorded23,711 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda XL65020,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC52 VHJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 23,711 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 23,456 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 23,189 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 23,189 miles

Rear Position lamp not working Bulb (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 22,193 miles

vehicle presented to another garage yesterday customer has completed work undertaken chose not to return to original test site for some reason

Fail 17 Mar 2023 22,193 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working switch sticking wd-40 needed (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel spoke missing new spoke fitted (5.2.2 (d))

vehicle presented to another garage yesterday customer has completed work undertaken chose not to return to original test site for some reason

Fail 15 Mar 2023 22,185 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake performance unable to be tested Not tested due to front brake binding excessive (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Wheel spoke missing (5.2.2 (d))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Horn volume starting to deteriorate

Indicator switch faulty intermitant indicator operation when tested (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 22,132 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively advise chain and sprocket replacement due to wear (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2020 21,685 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 21,073 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 20,575 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 20,128 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 19,845 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 19,091 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 19,085 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 18,480 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 12,963 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2010 9,245 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 7,821 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 6,745 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2007 4,338 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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LC52 VHJ is a 2002 Honda XL650 in Silver with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2002 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 20,878 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 LC52 VHJ, 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 24 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 LC52 VHJ registered?

LC52 VHJ is a 2002 Honda XL650, first registered on 17 December 2002.

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