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P21 TRN

1996 Honda XL650

Grey Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,182 mi
Last recorded38,182 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2023
Typical for 1996 Honda XL65028,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP21 TRN
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc
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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2023 38,182 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 36,747 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 33,506 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 33,498 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 7 May 2021 33,498 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 33,406 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2018 32,896 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 32,713 miles

Clutch lever pivot slightly worn.

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 32,164 miles

Clutch lever pivot slightly worn.

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 31,507 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 31,137 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 30,554 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 30,554 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Aug 2012 30,059 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 29,606 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 29,606 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Oct 2010 28,993 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 28,339 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 28,339 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2008 27,306 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 27,306 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 25,767 miles

side panels loose

Fail 1 Oct 2007 25,767 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

side panels loose

Pass 7 Sep 2006 23,275 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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P21 TRN is a 1996 Honda XL650 in Grey with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 28,993 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 P21 TRN, 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 30 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P21 TRN registered?

P21 TRN is a 1996 Honda XL650, first registered on 11 October 1996.

Is P21 TRN safe to buy?

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