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SK02 YXL

2002 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

55,778 mi
Last recorded55,778 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda XL65020,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK02 YXL
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 55,778 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 55,759 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 55,333 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 55,279 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 55,154 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 54,871 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 54,578 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 51,250 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 51,232 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Stop lamp not working foot brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Gear lever rubber missing

Offside Mirror Insure

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 50,352 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear tyre cracking on sidewall

Pass 4 Aug 2016 50,328 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 50,328 miles

Fairing insecure and likely to impede the steering tank bag clips (2.1.2e)

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 49,434 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 45,362 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Mar 2013 41,006 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 35,454 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 32,297 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 31,203 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 30,500 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 29,234 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 27,552 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 25,203 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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 YXL is a 2002 Honda XL650 in Blue 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 YXL, 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 YXL registered?

SK02 YXL is a 2002 Honda XL650, first registered on 6 April 2002.

Is SK02 YXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK02 YXL 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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