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RO02 MYT

2002 Honda XL650

Silver Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

71,272 mi
Last recorded71,272 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda XL65020,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO02 MYT
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 71,272 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 68,741 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2023 66,822 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2023 66,769 miles

Front Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 64,571 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 60,193 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 59,102 miles

non standard can

Fail 9 Sep 2020 59,095 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

non standard can

Pass 5 Sep 2019 58,281 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 58,238 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 57,907 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 57,448 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 55,567 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 51,829 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 21 Jun 2014 51,793 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 45,985 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 23 Jun 2012 42,646 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2012 42,646 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 37,696 miles

rear rim has slight indication of deterioration

Fail 1 Oct 2011 37,696 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

rear rim has slight indication of deterioration

Pass 3 Sep 2010 32,242 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2010 32,242 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2008 24,068 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 24,068 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Mar 2007 22,655 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 19,291 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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RO02 MYT is a 2002 Honda XL650 in Silver with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2002 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 20,878 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 RO02 MYT, 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 24 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RO02 MYT registered?

RO02 MYT is a 2002 Honda XL650, first registered on 1 April 2002.

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