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MT05 RNU

2005 Honda XL 650 V-5

Silver Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

21,155 mi
Last recorded21,155 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda XL 650 V-521,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT05 RNU
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 21,155 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre on legal limit 1.0mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Apr 2026 21,155 miles

Direction indicator not working both front and rear indicators. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre on legal limit 1.0mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 18,180 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 17,191 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 14,720 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 13,423 miles

hi-lo beam switch sticky

Fail 28 Dec 2016 13,423 miles

hi-lo beam switch sticky

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 9,617 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 8,940 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2014 6,928 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 6,035 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 5,492 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 5,236 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 4,879 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 4,277 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-5?

Based on 1,257 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
1,284
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
Drive chain excessively loose 5
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MT05 RNU is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5 in Silver with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 21,229 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-5 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT05 RNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MT05 RNU registered?

MT05 RNU is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is MT05 RNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT05 RNU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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