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Y266 GBO

2001 Honda XL650

Green Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

25,909 mi
Last recorded25,909 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 Honda XL65022,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY266 GBO
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2019 25,909 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose 2 spokes on front have slight movement (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 23,472 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front brakes slightly binding

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 21,121 miles

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively MONOS HOCK PIVOT LINK ARM. (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 18 Mar 2017 21,111 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively MONOS HOCK PIVOT LINK ARM. (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Feb 2016 19,577 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 18,116 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 17,993 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 17,229 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 17,229 miles

Centre Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 16,002 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 15,647 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 15,310 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 15,002 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 13,393 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2008 13,393 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 12,462 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 12,462 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2006 11,336 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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Y266 GBO is a 2001 Honda XL650 in Green 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 Y266 GBO, 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 Y266 GBO registered?

Y266 GBO is a 2001 Honda XL650, first registered on 5 April 2001.

Is Y266 GBO safe to buy?

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