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Y849 FHK

2001 Honda FX650

Red Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,427 mi
Last recorded45,427 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda FX65015,543 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY849 FHK
MakeHonda
ModelFX650
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 45,427 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 44,517 miles

headlamp masked

Pass 9 Sep 2022 43,987 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 43,971 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 12 May 2020 43,878 miles
Fail 11 May 2020 43,877 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 43,423 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 43,242 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 42,435 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 42,184 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 42,184 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fail 11 Jul 2014 41,898 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 41,898 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 10 May 2013 41,517 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 May 2012 41,276 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 41,276 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 40,891 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 40,697 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 39,340 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 32,601 miles

How Reliable is the Honda FX650?

Based on 4,156 MOT tests across 362 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
635
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
362
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 39
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 37
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 30
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
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Y849 FHK is a 2001 Honda FX650 in Red with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Honda FX650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 15,543 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 FX650 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y849 FHK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda FX650 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Honda FX650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y849 FHK registered?

Y849 FHK is a 2001 Honda FX650, first registered on 27 March 2001.

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