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LK05 DWO

2005 Honda XL650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

46,809 mi
Last recorded46,809 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Honda XL65015,543 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 DWO
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2024 46,809 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Advise front tyre under inflated

Front Handlebar mounting left hand slightly loose

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

Pass 6 Jun 2023 45,530 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2023 45,530 miles

Front Stop lamp not working lever. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 40,190 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 36,294 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 35,636 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2018 35,117 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 34,495 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 33,649 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 33,027 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 31,955 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 31,955 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 13 Mar 2012 24,899 miles

Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Pass 13 Mar 2012 24,899 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 21,804 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 20,043 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

some chain links partialy siezed

Fail 17 Nov 2009 20,043 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 18,511 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 18,511 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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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LK05 DWO is a 2005 Honda XL650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 15,543 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 LK05 DWO, 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 21 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 LK05 DWO registered?

LK05 DWO is a 2005 Honda XL650, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is LK05 DWO safe to buy?

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