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LC04 XEF

2004 Honda XL650

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

43,387 mi
Last recorded43,387 miles
Recorded on7 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Honda XL65017,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC04 XEF
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2019 43,387 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 41,366 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 23 Apr 2018 41,358 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded offside lower frame (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2017 41,310 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre right on legal limit, ok at time of test (4.1.3(ii))

rear brake disc slightly corroded

Pass 10 Mar 2016 41,276 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 39,045 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2014 39,045 miles

Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 35,264 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 35,216 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 34,157 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 34,161 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 34,151 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 34,104 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 19,971 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 19,971 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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LC04 XEF is a 2004 Honda XL650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 17,147 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 LC04 XEF, 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 22 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LC04 XEF registered?

LC04 XEF is a 2004 Honda XL650, first registered on 8 April 2004.

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