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SV56 MWD

2006 Honda XL650

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,601 mi
Last recorded37,601 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda XL65019,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV56 MWD
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Apr 2026 37,601 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 37,370 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 37,186 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 31,276 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 28,754 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering screen (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 25,670 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 21,235 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 15,935 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 15,901 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 5 May 2017 14,743 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Aug 2015 14,701 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 14,684 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2013 14,667 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 12,605 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 5,885 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 2,850 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 MWD is a 2006 Honda XL650 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MWD, 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.

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What year was SV56 MWD registered?

SV56 MWD is a 2006 Honda XL650, first registered on 6 November 2006.

Is SV56 MWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV56 MWD 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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