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SM05 HSK

2005 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

96,697 mi
Last recorded96,697 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 Honda XL65015,543 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 HSK
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2022 96,697 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 90,499 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2019 80,644 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 72,243 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 61,041 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 50,088 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 1 Jul 2016 50,088 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 27 Jun 2015 37,614 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2015 37,614 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 26,614 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 17,700 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

o/s bar end weight insecure

Pass 19 Jun 2012 8,964 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 8,359 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 6,739 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 5,110 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 4,533 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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SM05 HSK is a 2005 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 SM05 HSK, 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.

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What year was SM05 HSK registered?

SM05 HSK is a 2005 Honda XL650, first registered on 13 May 2005.

Is SM05 HSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM05 HSK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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