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WJ54 VBF

2004 Honda XL 650 V-4

Black Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,764 mi
Last recorded21,764 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2015
Typical for 2004 Honda XL 650 V-417,003 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ54 VBF
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-4
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2015 21,764 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 21,758 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2014 21,005 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 20,549 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 19,726 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 17,406 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 17,406 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2010 15,257 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 12,803 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 8,535 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 8,535 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Oct 2007 5,639 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-4?

Based on 2,355 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
1,011
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Drive chain excessively loose 12
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WJ54 VBF is a 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4 in Black with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 17,003 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-4 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WJ54 VBF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-4 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WJ54 VBF registered?

WJ54 VBF is a 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4, first registered on 29 September 2004.

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