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SK02 YVU

2002 Honda XL650

Silver Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

40,017 mi
Last recorded40,017 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda XL65020,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK02 YVU
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 40,017 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 39,564 miles
Fail 7 May 2024 39,564 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2023 38,505 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2022 37,377 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 34,723 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 May 2020 32,357 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 31,147 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 29,322 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 29,091 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 26,696 miles

Adv front and rear pads

Adv front tyre close to limmit

Adv rear tyre wearing centre

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 25,316 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 21,929 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 18,661 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 14,878 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 11,086 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 8,854 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 7,643 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 7,643 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 7,231 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 6,846 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 5,422 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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SK02 YVU is a 2002 Honda XL650 in Silver with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 20,878 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 SK02 YVU, 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 24 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 SK02 YVU registered?

SK02 YVU is a 2002 Honda XL650, first registered on 4 July 2002.

Is SK02 YVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK02 YVU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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