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Y249 FDV

2001 Honda XL650

Green Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,500 mi
Last recorded42,500 miles
Recorded on14 May 2021
Typical for 2001 Honda XL65022,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY249 FDV
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2021 42,500 miles
Fail 14 May 2021 42,500 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 40,654 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 39,551 miles

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

rear tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 23 Nov 2017 37,569 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 33,569 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2016 33,510 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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 1 Oct 2015 30,368 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 28,117 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 22,130 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 15,445 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 14,777 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 14,727 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 14,008 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 13,135 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 9,654 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

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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Y249 FDV is a 2001 Honda XL650 in Green with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y249 FDV, 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 Y249 FDV registered?

Y249 FDV is a 2001 Honda XL650, first registered on 2 March 2001.

Is Y249 FDV safe to buy?

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