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PL03 FTX

2003 Honda XR650

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,517 mi
Last recorded2,517 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda XR6505,968 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 FTX
MakeHonda
ModelXR650
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 2,517 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Lights etc. taped over at time of test."DAYTIME USE ONLY"

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Pass 17 Jan 2025 2,507 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Lights etc masked over at time of test."DAYTIME USE ONLY"

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Pass 26 Jan 2024 2,272 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Lights etc. taped over at time of test. "DAYTIME USE ONLY"

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Fail 26 Jan 2024 2,272 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Lights etc. taped over at time of test. "DAYTIME USE ONLY"

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Pass 8 Oct 2022 1,823 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

Lights taped over at time of test. "DAYTIME USE ONLY"

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Pass 11 Oct 2021 1,237 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Lights etc taped over at time of test, "DAYTIME USE ONLY"

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Pass 24 Oct 2020 769 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Lights etc. taped over at time of test, "DAYTIME USE ONLY"

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillin footrests

Pass 7 Nov 2019 33,101 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Lights masked over at time of test. Daytime use only

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, No pillion footrests

Pass 13 Apr 2018 33,063 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2015 5,489 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 3,224 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 3,302 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 2,496 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 31 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007
Fail 2 Mar 2007

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 24 Mar 2006
Fail 24 Mar 2006

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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PL03 FTX is a 2003 Honda XR650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PL03 FTX, 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 PL03 FTX registered?

PL03 FTX is a 2003 Honda XR650, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is PL03 FTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL03 FTX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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