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RV56 RVX

2006 Honda XL 650 V-6

Silver Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

24,524 mi
Last recorded24,524 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda XL 650 V-617,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV56 RVX
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-6
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 24,524 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 24,437 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2024 24,321 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 24,151 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 23,852 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 23,699 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 23,303 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 21,225 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 21,225 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick on the metal (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2017 16,531 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 May 2017 16,530 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 16,083 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 16,080 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 15,704 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 12,104 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 May 2014 12,062 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2013 6,940 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 6,719 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 5,697 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 4,803 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 4,254 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-6?

Based on 3,377 MOT tests across 306 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
1,046
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
306
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 35
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 13
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RV56 RVX is a 2006 Honda XL 650 V-6 in Silver with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2006 Honda XL 650 V-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 17,161 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL 650 V-6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV56 RVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-6 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RV56 RVX?

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What year was RV56 RVX registered?

RV56 RVX is a 2006 Honda XL 650 V-6, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is RV56 RVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV56 RVX 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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