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SW03 FCZ

2003 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,072 mi
Last recorded30,072 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW03 FCZ
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 30,072 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2026 30,072 miles

Rear Brake component inadequately mounted caliper incorrectly mounted (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 30,027 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 30,016 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 May 2016 29,821 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 29,821 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 30 Mar 2016 29,819 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 29,671 miles

front tyre showing signs of starting to deteriorate between tread blocks

Fail 31 Mar 2015 29,671 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

front tyre showing signs of starting to deteriorate between tread blocks

Pass 15 Apr 2014 29,425 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 29,231 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 29,199 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 29,131 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2010 27,882 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Sep 2010 27,882 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 26,605 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 65,667 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 20,312 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

advise new number plate

Fail 14 Jun 2007 20,312 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

advise new number plate

Pass 14 Jun 2006 9,187 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 8,890 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear brake has to be pushed firmly to operate stoplamp

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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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SW03 FCZ is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 19,970 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 SW03 FCZ, 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 23 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SW03 FCZ registered?

SW03 FCZ is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 29 May 2003.

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