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WG55 SJX

2005 Honda XL 650 V-5

Silver Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,718 mi
Last recorded38,718 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda XL 650 V-521,229 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG55 SJX
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 38,718 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 38,699 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2022 38,699 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 38,699 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2019 36,728 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018 36,386 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 35,816 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 35,466 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 34,405 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 32,832 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2010 29,590 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 29,590 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 25,109 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 18,859 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-5?

Based on 1,257 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
1,284
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
Drive chain excessively loose 5
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WG55 SJX is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5 in Silver with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 21,229 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 XL 650 V-5 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WG55 SJX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WG55 SJX registered?

WG55 SJX is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5, first registered on 15 October 2005.

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The MOT history for WG55 SJX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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