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WN53 TJY

2003 Honda XL650

Black Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,402 mi
Last recorded30,402 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN53 TJY
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 30,402 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 29,837 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2024 29,837 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

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

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 29,462 miles

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

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 29,177 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2022 29,172 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Wheel excessively corroded (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Chain adjuster loose

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 27,830 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 26,207 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 26,203 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2012 26,200 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 26,200 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 23,073 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 22,108 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 17,473 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 8,430 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2007 2,483 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 7 Feb 2007 2,483 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 2,402 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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WN53 TJY is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Black with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WN53 TJY, 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.

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What year was WN53 TJY registered?

WN53 TJY is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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