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SK04 VCY

2004 Honda XL 650 V-4

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

55,492 mi
Last recorded55,492 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2020
Typical for 2004 Honda XL 650 V-417,003 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK04 VCY
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-4
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2020 55,492 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 55,492 miles

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

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 54,970 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 54,489 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 54,015 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 53,480 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 52,168 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2014 49,364 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 45,611 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 45,569 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly component cracked (2.3.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 29,993 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 19,581 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 9,686 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 8,899 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 8,826 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 8,826 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 6,765 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-4?

Based on 2,355 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
1,011
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Drive chain excessively loose 12
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SK04 VCY is a 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4 in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 17,003 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 XL 650 V-4 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SK04 VCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-4 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SK04 VCY registered?

SK04 VCY is a 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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