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Y298 NAY

2001 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

11,614 mi
Last recorded11,614 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda XL65022,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY298 NAY
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 11,614 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 10,443 miles
Fail 10 May 2025 10,443 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 8,699 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 8,397 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 8,165 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 7,985 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 7,634 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 7,584 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 7,443 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 7,297 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2016 7,214 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 7,184 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 6,971 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 6,407 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 5,413 miles

Front tyre perished.

Pass 23 Mar 2010 4,825 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 4,415 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 4,001 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 3,587 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2005 2,963 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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Y298 NAY is a 2001 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 Y298 NAY, 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 Y298 NAY registered?

Y298 NAY is a 2001 Honda XL650, first registered on 23 March 2001.

Is Y298 NAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y298 NAY shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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