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VU52 HTL

2002 Honda XL650

Silver Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

67,754 mi
Last recorded67,754 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda XL65020,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 HTL
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 67,754 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 64,619 miles

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

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

oil leak on cylinder

Fail 19 Feb 2024 64,619 miles

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

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

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

oil leak on cylinder

Pass 9 Mar 2023 61,791 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 58,592 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2021 54,944 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 54,021 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 50,882 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 50,854 miles

Offside Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced frame by engine mount and swinging arm mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 47,984 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 44,764 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 41,745 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 38,063 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 34,576 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 31,527 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 28,007 miles

near side front brake hose slightly tight on full lock

rear indicators discoloured

Fail 13 Feb 2012 28,007 miles

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

near side front brake hose slightly tight on full lock

rear indicators discoloured

Pass 10 Feb 2011 23,327 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 20,668 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 20,142 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 17,823 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 17,823 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2007 14,220 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 27 Oct 2007 14,217 miles

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 11,427 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 10,254 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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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VU52 HTL is a 2002 Honda XL650 in Silver with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 2002 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 20,878 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 VU52 HTL, 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 24 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU52 HTL registered?

VU52 HTL is a 2002 Honda XL650, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is VU52 HTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 HTL shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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