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SM55 XDA

2005 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

20,257 mi
Last recorded20,257 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda XL65015,543 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 XDA
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 20,257 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2026 20,228 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure Footrest circlip missing. (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Chain guard insecure (6.1.7 (i))

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2023 19,950 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 18,560 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 18,382 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 17,827 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 16,327 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 16,037 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 14,072 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 13,571 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 12,541 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 6,921 miles
Pass 3 May 2010 6,053 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 4,750 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2009 4,690 miles

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

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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SM55 XDA is a 2005 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SM55 XDA, 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 SM55 XDA registered?

SM55 XDA is a 2005 Honda XL650, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is SM55 XDA safe to buy?

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