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LJ06 OLW

2006 Honda XL 650 V-5

Black Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,586 mi
Last recorded38,586 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda XL 650 V-516,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ06 OLW
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 38,586 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2024 36,717 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Jan 2024 36,717 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 34,020 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 32,105 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 30,661 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 29,833 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 28,529 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 26,435 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 22,509 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Upper Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 19,596 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 17,728 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 16,061 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 15,598 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 14,936 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 14,481 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 27 Aug 2010 14,481 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 14,168 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-5?

Based on 1,257 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
1,284
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
Drive chain excessively loose 5
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LJ06 OLW is a 2006 Honda XL 650 V-5 in Black with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 Honda XL 650 V-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 16,413 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL 650 V-5 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ06 OLW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ06 OLW registered?

LJ06 OLW is a 2006 Honda XL 650 V-5, first registered on 11 March 2006.

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