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PE55 UMD

2005 Honda XL 650 V-5

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,680 mi
Last recorded44,680 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda XL 650 V-521,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE55 UMD
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 44,680 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2024 41,509 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jun 2024 41,509 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2023 37,314 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 35,769 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 32,647 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 31,674 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 27,689 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 28 Sep 2016 27,166 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 27,162 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Rear Chain tensioner missing

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 2 Sep 2015 27,162 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Rear Chain tensioner missing

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 25,029 miles

offside battery cover missing

Pass 31 Aug 2012 22,711 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 9,802 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 9,501 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 7,193 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 4,236 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2008 4,236 miles

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

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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PE55 UMD is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5 in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PE55 UMD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PE55 UMD registered?

PE55 UMD is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is PE55 UMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE55 UMD shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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