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MW57 AJO

2008 Honda XL 650 V-6

Silver Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,815 mi
Last recorded22,815 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 650 V-69,559 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW57 AJO
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-6
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 22,815 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2025 22,815 miles

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

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 22,814 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 22,516 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 22,301 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 22,023 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 21,417 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2018 21,417 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 19,361 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 16,052 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 11,809 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 6,505 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 1,181 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 1,153 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-6?

Based on 3,377 MOT tests across 306 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
1,046
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
306
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 35
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 13
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MW57 AJO is a 2008 Honda XL 650 V-6 in Silver with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL 650 V-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 9,559 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL 650 V-6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MW57 AJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-6 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MW57 AJO registered?

MW57 AJO is a 2008 Honda XL 650 V-6, first registered on 1 January 2008.

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