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RV56 RXY

2006 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

30,285 mi
Last recorded30,285 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda XL65019,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV56 RXY
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 30,285 miles

Bar ends missing

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 30,256 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2024 29,939 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 29,625 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 28,821 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 27,506 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 27,367 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2018 25,100 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 25,100 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Jun 2016 23,950 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front brakes slightly binding.

Fail 10 Jun 2016 23,950 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front brakes slightly binding.

Pass 5 Dec 2012 20,804 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2012 17,828 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 15,984 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2010 12,656 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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RV56 RXY is a 2006 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2006 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 19,606 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 RV56 RXY, 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 20 years old, this Honda XL650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV56 RXY registered?

RV56 RXY is a 2006 Honda XL650, first registered on 9 November 2006.

Is RV56 RXY safe to buy?

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