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SV56 MVS

2006 Honda XL650

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

74,635 mi
Last recorded74,635 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda XL65019,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV56 MVS
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 74,635 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame and swing arm areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside handle bar grip slightly damaged

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively swing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess spokes (5.2.2 (c) (i))

engine and frame areas covered with oil and grease

Pass 11 Mar 2025 74,457 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 70,702 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2024 70,665 miles

Offside Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 62,686 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 56,855 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2022 56,839 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 51,103 miles

Drive chain slightly loose when sat on (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 May 2019 43,303 miles

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

Lower missing clamp on exhaust

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

Pass 17 May 2018 38,353 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 33,376 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 33,374 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 30,566 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 27,937 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2013 24,590 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 19,619 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 16,811 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2010 12,178 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 8,718 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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SV56 MVS is a 2006 Honda XL650 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2006 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 19,606 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 SV56 MVS, 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 20 years old, this Honda XL650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SV56 MVS registered?

SV56 MVS is a 2006 Honda XL650, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is SV56 MVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV56 MVS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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