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RA55 ETL

2005 Honda XL 650 V-5

Silver Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

54,219 mi
Last recorded54,219 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Honda XL 650 V-521,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA55 ETL
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 54,219 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 54,062 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 53,502 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 52,925 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2020 52,473 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 50,036 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 45,763 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 39,521 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 33,457 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 29,864 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 24,414 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 18,642 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 13,487 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2008 134,851 miles

Front 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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RA55 ETL is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5 in Silver with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RA55 ETL, 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 RA55 ETL registered?

RA55 ETL is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is RA55 ETL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA55 ETL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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