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WJ56 WRW

2006 Honda XL650

Orange Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,257 mi
Last recorded48,257 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda XL65019,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ56 WRW
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2006
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 48,257 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Mar 2026 48,257 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 47,504 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 22 Aug 2024 47,504 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 47,503 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 47,425 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 47,421 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 47,058 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 44,025 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 43,389 miles

Front brake pads low.

Pass 7 Jun 2016 34,995 miles

Rear brake pads on/near limit.

Pass 11 Jun 2015 30,340 miles

front brake binding slightly when turned by hand.

front very near limit.

rear tyre wearing low.

Pass 9 May 2014 22,953 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 19,171 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 8,426 miles
Fail 5 May 2012 8,426 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 2,600 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2009 1,204 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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WJ56 WRW is a 2006 Honda XL650 in Orange with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 19,606 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 WJ56 WRW, 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 20 years old, this Honda XL650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WJ56 WRW registered?

WJ56 WRW is a 2006 Honda XL650, first registered on 7 September 2006.

Is WJ56 WRW safe to buy?

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