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X251 HHY

2001 Honda XL650

Grey Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

49,900 mi
Last recorded49,900 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2019
Typical for 2001 Honda XL65022,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX251 HHY
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2019 49,900 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 48,734 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 47,813 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 17 Nov 2016 47,813 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 46,884 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 44,315 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2014 44,296 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 23 Nov 2013 41,578 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 38,919 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2012 38,917 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 36,708 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 34,145 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 31,295 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2009 28,634 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jan 2009 28,634 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2008 23,611 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 17,102 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 10,387 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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X251 HHY is a 2001 Honda XL650 in Grey with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 X251 HHY, 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 X251 HHY registered?

X251 HHY is a 2001 Honda XL650, first registered on 16 February 2001.

Is X251 HHY safe to buy?

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