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Y231 ENL

2001 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,978 mi
Last recorded43,978 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Honda XL65022,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY231 ENL
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 43,978 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 43,978 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 41,941 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively swing arm mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 41,705 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 41,705 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 40,353 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2014 37,137 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 34,264 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))

Pass 6 Mar 2012 30,707 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 29,451 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 28,724 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 27,522 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 23,629 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 20,433 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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Y231 ENL is a 2001 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 Y231 ENL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y231 ENL registered?

Y231 ENL is a 2001 Honda XL650, first registered on 18 July 2001.

Is Y231 ENL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y231 ENL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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