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Y678 PUA

2001 Honda XL650

Grey Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2024
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

42,939 mi
Last recorded42,939 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2023
Typical for 2001 Honda XL65022,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY678 PUA
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2023 42,939 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps sticking (4.1.3 (a))

Rear Direction indicator insecure both (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Sep 2023 42,939 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps sticking (4.1.3 (a))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements grating,muted (7.7 (c))

Rear Direction indicator insecure both (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements too small (0.1 (d))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected head bearings too loose (2.2.2 (f) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 34,171 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2022 34,171 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock handlebars tipped back (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 30,372 miles

Exhaust noisy baffle dislodged (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Oct 2021 30,372 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam sticking (4.1.3 (b))

Exhaust noisy baffle dislodged (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 28,783 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush fork slider bush (5.3.2 (c))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2020 28,783 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush fork slider bush (5.3.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 27,703 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 5 Apr 2019 27,703 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 26,692 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 25,253 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 31 Mar 2017 25,236 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 23,730 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Fail 2 Apr 2016 23,726 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 22,235 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 20,885 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 19,843 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 18,610 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 17,129 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 14,189 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 10,955 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 8,712 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 8,703 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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Y678 PUA is a 2001 Honda XL650 in Grey with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 Y678 PUA, 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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Y678 PUA is a 2001 Honda XL650, first registered on 22 May 2001.

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