CarVerify

Free Car Check

WU51 HYF

2002 Honda XL650

Grey Petrol 647cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,139 mi
Last recorded39,139 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 2002 Honda XL65020,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU51 HYF
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 39,139 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 May 2016 37,542 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect Very soft (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 25 May 2016 37,542 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect Very soft (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 7 May 2015 36,859 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 36,859 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 15 Apr 2014 33,311 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 33,311 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 31,648 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 31,642 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 30,702 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 28,479 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 26,803 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 22,629 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2009 22,600 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 20,139 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 2 Feb 2007 18,224 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 18,224 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 17,180 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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
Full Honda XL650 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WU51 HYF is a 2002 Honda XL650 in Grey with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 20,878 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 WU51 HYF, 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 24 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WU51 HYF?

You can check the full history of WU51 HYF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WU51 HYF registered?

WU51 HYF is a 2002 Honda XL650, first registered on 23 January 2002.

Is WU51 HYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU51 HYF shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WU51 HYF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WU51 HYF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.