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WN05 BWZ

2005 Honda XL650

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

45,465 mi
Last recorded45,465 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Honda XL65015,543 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN05 BWZ
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2015 45,465 miles

Front brake binding slightly

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

Pass 15 Feb 2014 42,712 miles

Front brakes binding

Play in gear lever

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear brake light switch needs adjusting

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 14 Feb 2014 42,702 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front brakes binding

Play in gear lever

Rear brake light switch needs adjusting

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear puncture

Pass 21 Feb 2013 40,408 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Engine cuts out on R/H lock

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 15 Feb 2013 40,279 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Engine cuts out on R/H lock

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 22 Feb 2012 38,091 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2012 38,080 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2011 34,083 miles

Front brakes binding slightly

Pass 10 Sep 2009 26,225 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 15,732 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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WN05 BWZ is a 2005 Honda XL650 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 15,543 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 WN05 BWZ, 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 21 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 WN05 BWZ registered?

WN05 BWZ is a 2005 Honda XL650, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is WN05 BWZ safe to buy?

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