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RV58 UHU

2008 Honda XL650

Yellow Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

29,539 mi
Last recorded29,539 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL65018,671 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 UHU
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 29,539 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 28,882 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 28,600 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 28,135 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 28,132 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2021 28,132 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working front & rear. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber missing (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 27,287 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 26,049 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2018 24,107 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 20 Apr 2018 24,107 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 23,436 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 23,436 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 20,606 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 17,206 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 16,548 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 14,279 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 11,681 miles

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

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

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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RV58 UHU is a 2008 Honda XL650 in Yellow with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 18,671 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 RV58 UHU, 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 18 years old, this Honda XL650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RV58 UHU registered?

RV58 UHU is a 2008 Honda XL650, first registered on 16 October 2008.

Is RV58 UHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 UHU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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