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Y552 GBO

2001 Honda XL650

Green Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,686 mi
Last recorded26,686 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda XL65022,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY552 GBO
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2025 26,686 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 24,543 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 23,625 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 23,298 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 22,467 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 21,594 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 20,608 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 18,397 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 17,816 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 15,803 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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Y552 GBO is a 2001 Honda XL650 in Green with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y552 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y552 GBO registered?

Y552 GBO is a 2001 Honda XL650, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y552 GBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y552 GBO shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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