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LG52 FHA

2002 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

50,133 mi
Last recorded50,133 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda XL65020,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 FHA
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 50,133 miles

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

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 50,051 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2025 50,051 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2024 49,822 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2023 49,228 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 47,247 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 47,418 miles

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

Nearside Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking grip loose (6.1.1c)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 43,313 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 36,936 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 30,118 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2012 30,118 miles

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

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

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

unable to check front wheel bearings due to binding brake

Pass 11 Mar 2011 24,452 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 21,013 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 18,583 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 18,559 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 12,676 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 5,095 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 4,663 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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LG52 FHA is a 2002 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LG52 FHA, 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 LG52 FHA registered?

LG52 FHA is a 2002 Honda XL650, first registered on 8 November 2002.

Is LG52 FHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG52 FHA shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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