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X163 KBO

2001 Honda XL650

Green Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

12,773 mi
Last recorded12,773 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda XL65022,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX163 KBO
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 12,773 miles

Exhaust corroded

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 12,389 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2023 12,322 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 11,859 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 11,440 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 11,164 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 11,016 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 10,850 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 10,849 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 10,538 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 9,874 miles

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

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

gear lever slightly bent.

Fail 13 Nov 2012 8,960 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 8,960 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 8,858 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 8,256 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 21 May 2008 7,706 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 7,675 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 7,675 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 7,427 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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X163 KBO is a 2001 Honda XL650 in Green with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2001 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 22,758 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 X163 KBO, 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 25 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X163 KBO registered?

X163 KBO is a 2001 Honda XL650, first registered on 9 February 2001.

Is X163 KBO safe to buy?

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