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W649 VAW

2000 Honda XL650

Red Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

53,914 mi
Last recorded53,914 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda XL65024,242 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW649 VAW
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 53,914 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 53,357 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 52,550 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 52,400 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 51,938 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 51,811 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 51,657 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 50,350 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 48,803 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 47,622 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 45,547 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 42,421 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 40,952 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 40,952 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 39,439 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 38,047 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 33,648 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 28,992 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 23,604 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 14,790 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 14,053 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 13,295 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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W649 VAW is a 2000 Honda XL650 in Red with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W649 VAW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W649 VAW registered?

W649 VAW is a 2000 Honda XL650, first registered on 3 July 2000.

Is W649 VAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W649 VAW shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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