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SV54 PFA

2004 Honda XL 650 V-4

Silver Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

22,109 mi
Last recorded22,109 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda XL 650 V-417,003 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV54 PFA
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-4
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 22,109 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 22,045 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 21,663 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2022 21,502 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 21,434 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 21,427 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 20,725 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 20,571 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 20,090 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 19,885 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2014 19,117 miles

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

front brake slight bind

Fail 29 Oct 2013 16,036 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 16,036 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2012 14,790 miles

Slight bind on front brake

Pass 2 Nov 2011 12,591 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2010 9,701 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 7,855 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 6,290 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 5,129 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 5,129 miles

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

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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SV54 PFA is a 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4 in Silver with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SV54 PFA, 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 SV54 PFA registered?

SV54 PFA is a 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4, first registered on 21 September 2004.

Is SV54 PFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV54 PFA shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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