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MT08 KWJ

2008 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,589 mi
Last recorded17,589 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2014
Typical for 2008 Honda XL65018,671 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 KWJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2014 17,589 miles

both front stansion bars have slight corrosion

Fail 28 Jan 2014 17,589 miles

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

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

both front stansion bars have slight corrosion

Pass 2 Apr 2013 15,079 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 12,623 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 10,365 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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MT08 KWJ is a 2008 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 18,671 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 MT08 KWJ, 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 18 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 MT08 KWJ registered?

MT08 KWJ is a 2008 Honda XL650, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is MT08 KWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT08 KWJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MT08 KWJ have outstanding finance?

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