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HW03 FOU

2003 Honda XR650

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,836 mi
Last recorded6,836 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Honda XR6505,968 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW03 FOU
MakeHonda
ModelXR650
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 6,836 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 6,836 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 6,200 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

advise condition of r/h handgrip

headlamp beam image and output slightly deminished

throttle slightly sticky on right lock,, recommend check

Pass 31 May 2014 6,115 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

headlamp beam image slightly deminished,, recommend check

Pass 20 Apr 2013 6,055 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

headlamp beam image slightly deminished

Fail 25 Apr 2012 6,016 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

beam image slightly demished

Pass 25 Apr 2012 6,016 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

beam image slightly demished

Pass 22 Jan 2011 5,991 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 22 Jan 2011 5,991 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2010 5,549 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

advise headlamp dip switch,

headlamp beam image slightly deminished

Pass 31 Jan 2009 5,409 miles

headlamp beam image and output slightly deminished

Fail 18 Aug 2007 5,035 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 5,035 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 4,552 miles

as previous advisory sheet dated 8/07/2006, test number 894159986108

Fail 8 Jul 2006 4,552 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

no indicators fitted

time of test due to difficulty in starting bike

How Reliable is the Honda XR650?

Based on 5,377 MOT tests across 711 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
436
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
711
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 53
Horn not working 35
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
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HW03 FOU is a 2003 Honda XR650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Honda XR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 5,968 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 XR650 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HW03 FOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR650 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Honda XR650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HW03 FOU registered?

HW03 FOU is a 2003 Honda XR650, first registered on 9 July 2003.

Is HW03 FOU safe to buy?

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