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LR56 YUC

2006 Honda XL650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,041 mi
Last recorded55,041 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda XL65019,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR56 YUC
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 55,041 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2025 54,878 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 53,863 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 51,735 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively rusty pitted (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 50,532 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 46,620 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 45,661 miles

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2019 44,465 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 41,100 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2018 41,100 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 30,723 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 27,486 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 26,517 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 24,605 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 30 Aug 2013 24,605 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 19,602 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 13,711 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 13,711 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 13,659 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 13,636 miles

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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LR56 YUC is a 2006 Honda XL650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 19,606 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 LR56 YUC, 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 20 years old, this Honda XL650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LR56 YUC registered?

LR56 YUC is a 2006 Honda XL650, first registered on 20 November 2006.

Is LR56 YUC safe to buy?

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