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LC53 CEF

2003 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2017
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

32,198 mi
Last recorded32,198 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 CEF
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2016 32,198 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 12 Aug 2016 32,198 miles

Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Aug 2015 28,562 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 13 Aug 2015 28,521 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 28,521 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 24,544 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 27 Aug 2014 24,544 miles

Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2013 19,925 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 5 Sep 2013 19,925 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 7 Aug 2013 19,925 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 19,178 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 17,349 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 17,346 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 17,334 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 21 Apr 2008 17,334 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 16,414 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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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LC53 CEF is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 LC53 CEF, 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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LC53 CEF is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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