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MF54 CNC

2004 Honda XL 650 V-4

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,584 mi
Last recorded17,584 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda XL 650 V-417,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF54 CNC
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-4
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 17,584 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 14,984 miles

Central Front Lower Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 May 2023 14,244 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 13,613 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 11,649 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 10,626 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Aug 2019 10,626 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 9,367 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2017 7,919 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 5,700 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 5,357 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 5,326 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 5,326 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 5,113 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 4,696 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 4,392 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 4,069 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 4,069 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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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MF54 CNC is a 2004 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 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 17,003 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-4 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MF54 CNC, 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 22 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MF54 CNC registered?

MF54 CNC is a 2004 Honda XL 650 V-4, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is MF54 CNC safe to buy?

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