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SL03 ULJ

2003 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

57,774 mi
Last recorded57,774 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL03 ULJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2023 57,774 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2022 56,217 miles

Central Front Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Central Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 56,212 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 56,169 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 55,986 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (7.7 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2018 55,986 miles

Offside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (7.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 55,858 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 55,841 miles

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

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

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

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering fouling fairling (2.1.2a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 55,456 miles

Both tyres wearing near to limits (centre of the tread )

Pass 7 Jul 2015 54,670 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Oil leak

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 52,605 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

nearside rear footrest secured by a cabletie

Pass 2 Jul 2013 51,786 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

rear foot rests should not be cable tied

Pass 22 Jun 2012 51,114 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 51,098 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 50,154 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

n/s/r footrest cable tied ?

Pass 4 Aug 2010 49,172 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 47,515 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 44,991 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 43,346 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2006 31,827 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 31,827 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2006 31,821 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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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SL03 ULJ is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 19,970 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 SL03 ULJ, 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 23 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SL03 ULJ is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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