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SA55 SNU

2005 Honda XL650

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

53,816 mi
Last recorded53,816 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 Honda XL65015,543 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA55 SNU
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2024 53,816 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 15 Apr 2023 49,732 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2023 49,696 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 48,080 miles

Front Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 44,915 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 42,986 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 40,875 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 39,139 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 38,483 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 35,973 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 33,217 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 33,217 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 30,578 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 30,578 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 27,432 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 25,283 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 25,283 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 22,542 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 15,377 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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SA55 SNU is a 2005 Honda XL650 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 15,543 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 SA55 SNU, 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 21 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SA55 SNU registered?

SA55 SNU is a 2005 Honda XL650, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is SA55 SNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA55 SNU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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