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Y48 OBJ

2001 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,366 mi
Last recorded45,366 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda XL65022,758 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY48 OBJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 45,366 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 45,364 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 45,362 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 43,977 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 42,636 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 42,079 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 41,380 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 40,076 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 38,359 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 37,916 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2015 37,699 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 37,460 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 33,808 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 21 Feb 2012 30,015 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Feb 2012 30,015 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 26,564 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 23,879 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Mar 2010 23,879 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 20,189 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 19,376 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 19,376 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 18,992 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 18,992 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Dec 2005 18,247 miles

front brake binding very slightly

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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Y48 OBJ is a 2001 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y48 OBJ, 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 Y48 OBJ registered?

Y48 OBJ is a 2001 Honda XL650, first registered on 13 March 2001.

Is Y48 OBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y48 OBJ shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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