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RJ05 VSU

2005 Honda XL 650 V-5

Orange Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,172 mi
Last recorded3,172 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda XL 650 V-521,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ05 VSU
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-5
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 3,172 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024
Pass 31 Aug 2023 3 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 31 Aug 2023 3 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering forks twisted in yokes (2.4 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 48,563 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2023 48,563 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 46,438 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 41,516 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 37,734 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 30,852 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 28,352 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 26,244 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 22,956 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 20,246 miles
Pass 31 May 2010 20,226 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 17,978 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 13,489 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 13,489 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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RJ05 VSU is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5 in Orange 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 RJ05 VSU, 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 RJ05 VSU registered?

RJ05 VSU is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5, first registered on 5 May 2005.

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The MOT history for RJ05 VSU 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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