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W344 VLN

2000 Honda XL650

Grey Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

40,272 mi
Last recorded40,272 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2014
Typical for 2000 Honda XL65024,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW344 VLN
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2014 40,272 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 38,948 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 38,947 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 35,924 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Dec 2008 35,923 miles

Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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

Pass 25 May 2007 32,330 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2007 32,330 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2005 28,218 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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W344 VLN is a 2000 Honda XL650 in Grey with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2000 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 24,242 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 W344 VLN, 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 26 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W344 VLN registered?

W344 VLN is a 2000 Honda XL650, first registered on 18 May 2000.

Is W344 VLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W344 VLN shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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