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RN05 UVB

2005 Honda XL 650 V-5

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

24,107 mi
Last recorded24,107 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda XL 650 V-521,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN05 UVB
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2025 24,107 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2025 24,107 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Throttle does not return. (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Dec 2023 23,679 miles

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Dec 2023 23,679 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 21,818 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 21,817 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Throttle operating incorrectly Sticks on full lock. (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 21,375 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 21,110 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 20,372 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 19,709 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2016 18,083 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2012 18,031 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 16,225 miles

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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RN05 UVB is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5 in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 RN05 UVB, 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.

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What year was RN05 UVB registered?

RN05 UVB is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is RN05 UVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN05 UVB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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