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WF03 ELJ

2003 Honda XL650

Silver Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

40,589 mi
Last recorded40,589 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF03 ELJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2015 40,589 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 34,953 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Wheel fractured but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 21 Jul 2014 34,951 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Wheel fractured but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 25,502 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 18 Jun 2013 25,502 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 20,635 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 18,491 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 16,849 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 May 2009 13,055 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 12,544 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 11,123 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 22 Mar 2007 11,123 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2006 10,102 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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WF03 ELJ is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Silver with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 19,970 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 WF03 ELJ, 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 23 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 WF03 ELJ registered?

WF03 ELJ is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 12 March 2003.

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