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DS05 VXA

2005 Honda XL 650 V-4

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

15,011 mi
Last recorded15,011 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda XL 650 V-418,114 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS05 VXA
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 15,011 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2026 15,011 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2025 12,428 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 8,716 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 5,271 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 5,263 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 5,206 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 5,076 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 5,103 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 4,955 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 4,869 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 4,792 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 4,676 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 4,494 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 4,134 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 3,654 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 3,377 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 2,927 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-4?

Based on 2,355 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
1,011
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Drive chain excessively loose 12
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DS05 VXA is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-4 in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL 650 V-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 18,114 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL 650 V-4 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS05 VXA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-4 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS05 VXA registered?

DS05 VXA is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-4, first registered on 17 August 2005.

Is DS05 VXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS05 VXA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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