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LG53 YKD

2003 Honda XL650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,590 mi
Last recorded19,590 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 YKD
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2016 19,590 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 17,570 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 17,570 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 17,445 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 15,633 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 13,901 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 29 Sep 2009 13,901 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 11,750 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2008 11,750 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 9,587 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 9,587 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 7,461 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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LG53 YKD is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LG53 YKD, 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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LG53 YKD is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 17 October 2003.

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