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SK55 YNL

2005 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,879 mi
Last recorded23,879 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda XL65015,543 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK55 YNL
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2025 23,879 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 19,331 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 16,216 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2021 10,981 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 8,957 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 8,399 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 8,310 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 8,118 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 7,917 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 7,506 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 7,221 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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SK55 YNL is a 2005 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 SK55 YNL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SK55 YNL registered?

SK55 YNL is a 2005 Honda XL650, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is SK55 YNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK55 YNL shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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