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PL05 EHU

2005 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

10,238 mi
Last recorded10,238 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda XL65015,543 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL05 EHU
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 10,238 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 10,235 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2019 10,235 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Oct 2019 10,232 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Sep 2018 10,128 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2017 10,032 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 10,032 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 10,029 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 10,027 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 9,959 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 9,748 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 9,477 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 9,554 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 9,480 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 89,154 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 8,774 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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PL05 EHU is a 2005 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 15,543 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 PL05 EHU, 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 21 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PL05 EHU registered?

PL05 EHU is a 2005 Honda XL650, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is PL05 EHU safe to buy?

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