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LT54 EGK

2004 Honda XL 650 V-4

Black Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,037 mi
Last recorded1,037 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda XL 650 V-417,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT54 EGK
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-4
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 1,037 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Apr 2025 1,037 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 370 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 6 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 20 Jun 2022 6 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2020 56,863 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 56,744 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 56,438 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 55,741 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 55,523 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 55,264 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 54,242 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front brake binding slightly

Pass 31 May 2013 49,652 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 41,266 miles
Fail 5 May 2012 41,203 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2011 31,188 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 1 May 2010 23,341 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 14,655 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 14,655 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2007 10,987 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

on full offside lock choke comes on slightly

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-4?

Based on 2,355 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
1,011
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Drive chain excessively loose 12
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LT54 EGK is a 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4 in Black with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 17,003 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 XL 650 V-4 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LT54 EGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-4 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LT54 EGK registered?

LT54 EGK is a 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is LT54 EGK safe to buy?

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