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RV05 ZXF

2005 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

13,588 mi
Last recorded13,588 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda XL65015,543 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 ZXF
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 13,588 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2025 13,303 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 12,831 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 12,134 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 11,571 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 11,531 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 11,523 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 11,138 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 11,066 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2018 11,066 miles

Direction indicators not working all (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 Apr 2017 11,004 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 1 Apr 2017 11,004 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 10,838 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 10,037 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 9,391 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2013 8,752 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2012 7,699 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 6,762 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 5,691 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 4,668 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2008 2,957 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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RV05 ZXF is a 2005 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RV05 ZXF, 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

How do I check the history of RV05 ZXF?

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What year was RV05 ZXF registered?

RV05 ZXF is a 2005 Honda XL650, first registered on 5 March 2005.

Is RV05 ZXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV05 ZXF shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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