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X494 FGO

2000 Honda XL650

Grey Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

18,612 mi
Last recorded18,612 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda XL65024,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX494 FGO
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 18,612 miles

Front Tyre perishing all over!

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swinging arm rusty! (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2026 18,595 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Steering operation impeded by a fairing Mirrors & fluid reservoir hitting windscreen on lock to lock! (2.1.4 (e))

Central Front Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose Insecure! (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre perishing all over!

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swinging arm rusty! (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 17,902 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 17,861 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 17,860 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 17,802 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 17,799 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 17,726 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 17,035 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 14,974 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 10,953 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 10,953 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 May 2013 6,801 miles

front side light not working

Pass 5 Dec 2009 5,717 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 4,892 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 4,563 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 4,563 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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X494 FGO is a 2000 Honda XL650 in Grey with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2000 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 24,242 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 X494 FGO, 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 26 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 X494 FGO registered?

X494 FGO is a 2000 Honda XL650, first registered on 25 September 2000.

Is X494 FGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for X494 FGO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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