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YM04 BNU

2004 Honda XL

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

33,696 mi
Last recorded33,696 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 2004 Honda XL18,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM04 BNU
MakeHonda
ModelXL
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 33,696 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2024 33,691 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 33,311 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 33,083 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at wear limit of 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 32,740 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 30,316 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 25,824 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 25,732 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 20,564 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 19,133 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 17,364 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 15,918 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 12,480 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 10,792 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL?

Based on 3,619 MOT tests across 559 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
754
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
559
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Horn not working 12
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YM04 BNU is a 2004 Honda XL in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 18,682 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YM04 BNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 22 years old, this Honda XL is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YM04 BNU registered?

YM04 BNU is a 2004 Honda XL, first registered on 29 May 2004.

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The MOT history for YM04 BNU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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