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MJ53 AAZ

2003 Honda XL650

Black Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

42,222 mi
Last recorded42,222 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ53 AAZ
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 42,222 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2026 42,222 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2025 33,494 miles

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

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Jan 2025 33,481 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 27,113 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 21,603 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 11,373 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 11,360 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 11,235 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 10,966 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 10,873 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both tyres are beginning to show signs of cracking with age (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2017 10,565 miles

Both tyres are beginning to show signs of cracking with age

Pass 14 Apr 2016 10,300 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 9,838 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 9,426 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 9,013 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 8,452 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 7,887 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 7,386 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 6,565 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 5,771 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 5,146 miles

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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MJ53 AAZ is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Black with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 19,970 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MJ53 AAZ, 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 23 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MJ53 AAZ is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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