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Y488 DTO

2001 Honda XL650

Yellow Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

19,922 mi
Last recorded19,922 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda XL65022,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY488 DTO
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 19,922 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 19,840 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 19,775 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 19,442 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 18,838 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 18,110 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 16,996 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 15,845 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 15,787 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 15,626 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 15,027 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 15,027 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 15,019 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 15,009 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 14,993 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 14,975 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 14,817 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 14,300 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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Y488 DTO is a 2001 Honda XL650 in Yellow with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 Y488 DTO, 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

How do I check the history of Y488 DTO?

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What year was Y488 DTO registered?

Y488 DTO is a 2001 Honda XL650, first registered on 6 April 2001.

Is Y488 DTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y488 DTO shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y488 DTO have outstanding finance?

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