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RY57 LUW

2008 Honda XL 650 V-6

Red Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

6,139 mi
Last recorded6,139 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL 650 V-69,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY57 LUW
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 6,139 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 6,130 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 5,835 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 5,593 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 5,583 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 5,583 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 5,477 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 4,888 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 3,999 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 2,765 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 2,544 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 2,515 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 2,311 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 2,145 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 2,094 miles

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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RY57 LUW is a 2008 Honda XL 650 V-6 in Red with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL 650 V-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 9,559 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 RY57 LUW, 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 18 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 RY57 LUW?

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What year was RY57 LUW registered?

RY57 LUW is a 2008 Honda XL 650 V-6, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is RY57 LUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY57 LUW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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