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VU06 XOO

2006 Honda XL650

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

36,735 mi
Last recorded36,735 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda XL65019,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU06 XOO
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 36,735 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Suspension attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 36,094 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Jun 2025 36,094 miles

Rear Brake caliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 35,774 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 35,495 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Jul 2023 35,495 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2022 35,141 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 34,331 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 34,322 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 18,733 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 16,430 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2018 16,429 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 13,944 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 12,234 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 12,155 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 11,881 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 8,368 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 8,368 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 8,164 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 7,797 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 7,797 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 7,230 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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VU06 XOO is a 2006 Honda XL650 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 VU06 XOO, 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 VU06 XOO registered?

VU06 XOO is a 2006 Honda XL650, first registered on 1 June 2006.

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The MOT history for VU06 XOO shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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