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SA03 MPY

2003 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

31,309 mi
Last recorded31,309 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA03 MPY
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 31,309 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 30,747 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 29,885 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 28,616 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 28,268 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2022 28,264 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 27,781 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 26,554 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 24,291 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 23,559 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 22,914 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 21,200 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 17,427 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 17,046 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2011 16,364 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 15,928 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 14,281 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 11,729 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 9,735 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 6,753 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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SA03 MPY is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 19,970 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 SA03 MPY, 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 23 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SA03 MPY registered?

SA03 MPY is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is SA03 MPY safe to buy?

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