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WV53 BJY

2003 Honda XL650

Black Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

26,635 mi
Last recorded26,635 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV53 BJY
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2022 26,635 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 24,224 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2021 24,195 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 27 Aug 2021 24,167 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Sep 2012 22,917 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 22,911 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.3a)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2011 21,083 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2011 21,083 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 19,824 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 18,237 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 16,524 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 14,371 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 8,240 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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WV53 BJY is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Black with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 WV53 BJY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WV53 BJY registered?

WV53 BJY is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 6 September 2003.

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