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LR55 PSO

2005 Honda XL 650 V-5

Black Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

43,125 mi
Last recorded43,125 miles
Recorded on19 May 2014
Typical for 2005 Honda XL 650 V-521,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR55 PSO
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 May 2014 43,125 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2012 41,808 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 39,700 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 33,233 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 33,233 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 24,000 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 24 Feb 2009 23,999 miles

Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle damaged and function impaired (1.4.2a)

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-5?

Based on 1,257 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
1,284
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
Drive chain excessively loose 5
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LR55 PSO is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5 in Black with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 21,229 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 XL 650 V-5 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LR55 PSO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LR55 PSO registered?

LR55 PSO is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is LR55 PSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR55 PSO shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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