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MF05 EHV

2005 Honda XL 650 V-4

Silver Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

18,212 mi
Last recorded18,212 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda XL 650 V-418,114 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 EHV
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-4
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2025 18,212 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 16,715 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 15,269 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 13,389 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 12,901 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 11,385 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 10,911 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 10,234 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 9,963 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 9,907 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2015 9,907 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2014 9,589 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 8,849 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 8,792 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 8,513 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 6,441 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 3,080 miles

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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MF05 EHV is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-4 in Silver with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL 650 V-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 18,114 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MF05 EHV, 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 21 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MF05 EHV registered?

MF05 EHV is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-4, first registered on 4 April 2005.

Is MF05 EHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF05 EHV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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