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V157 EET

1999 Honda XL650

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

68,096 mi
Last recorded68,096 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV157 EET
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 68,096 miles

Front front tyre slightly perished

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

Pass 16 Jun 2023 67,826 miles

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 67,486 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2021 67,485 miles

Stop lamp not working Rear brake control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 67,080 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2020 67,080 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 61,571 miles

insecure wire top of front forks

Pass 5 May 2017 52,209 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 45,260 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 May 2010 40,681 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 40,256 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 39,108 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 38,768 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 38,507 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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V157 EET is a 1999 Honda XL650 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 V157 EET, 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 27 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V157 EET?

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What year was V157 EET registered?

V157 EET is a 1999 Honda XL650, first registered on 18 October 1999.

Is V157 EET safe to buy?

The MOT history for V157 EET shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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